FARM JOB: Ladysmith, BC – Yellow Point Farms, Farmhand

Yellow Point Farms in Ladysmith, BC, is seeking a Farmhand!

ABOUT Yellow Point Farms

We are a diverse 32 acre farm that is nestled in a sunny valley in Yellow Point, Ladysmith. Blueberries are our main crop, but we grow many other types of fruit and vegetables as well. We also have miniature livestock (Nigerian dwarf goats, Babydoll sheep and Kune Kune pigs) that help us farm naturally and sustainably. We have a bustling and dynamic farm store and petting farm on our property year round, and we sell our blueberries at farmer’s markets throughout the summer.

Our mission is to create a connection between farmers and the consumer. We believe that if people know their farmers, and are familiar with the farm that produce their food, they build trust and gain knowledge on how their food is being grown and raised.   Here at Yellow Point farms we have a well-balanced ecosystem and rich soils that produce nutrient-dense foods while treating the environment and the animals with respect.

We believe in regenerative and sustainable farming methods. We farm all naturally, with no synthetic chemical fertilizers, herbicides or pesticides. So we like to say we are “More-Ganic” – more natural than certified organic. Everything we grow here is grown by hand, from hand seeding, to hand pulling weeds, to harvesting by hand all the fruit and vegetables. We utilize our own manure and compost from our mini livestock, and the chickens, ducks, and other poultry roam the fields as pest control. Our babydoll sheep go between the blueberry rows, in the grapes, and in the orchard and “mow the grass” whilst fertilizing as they go ;). We have a well-balanced ecosystem and rich soils that produce nutrient-dense foods while treating the environment and the animals with respect.

DESIRED QUALITIES

• The person hired should have a strong commitment to sustainable and natural practices and must love working outside, and with animals.
• The work varies from week to week and will include animal chores and care, transplanting, weeding, harvesting, preparation of produce for market, among other tasks.
• Experience in an agricultural setting is an asset, but we are happy to train people with a positive attitude who are keen to learn new skills.
• This work is best suited for people who are interested in horticulture and/or livestock farming, maybe they are in a horticulture or agriculture program, we have hosted many students on their practicums.

POSITION TASKS

• Livestock chores (cleaning stalls/paddocks, feeding, etc)
• Horticulture work: seeding, transplanting, weeding, plant care, record keeping.
• Field garden tending and maintenance.
• Harvesting, cleaning, and sorting fruits and vegetables such as blueberries and garlic.
• Getting produce “market ready” – packing and taking to farm store or market.

POSITION DETAILS

Term: Could start as early as May 15th or June 1st. Summer job but opportunity to work into fall or permanent position for the right candidate.

Hours per week: 30 hours per week. / 9 weeks +

Wage: $18.75-$20.00+/hr depending on experience, with some opportunity for piece work harvesting in the summer (paid per lb) if interests the right candidate.

TO APPLY

Please send resume and cover letter outlining their relevant experience and why they are applying for this job/would be good fit to info@yellowpointfarms.com

Deadline to apply: May 31st

When applying, please mention you saw this posting at youngagrarians.org

Please note that Young Agrarians does not have the capacity to pre-screen job opportunities. Please screen your potential employer to ensure that you are entering into a fair exchange that meets your needs and expectations. Try asking the farm for references of past workers, or ask people in the community if you are unsure.

LEARN MORE ABOUT Yellow Point Farms

Website: www.yellowpointfarms.com
Facebook: @yellowpointfarms
Instagram: @yellowpointfarms

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