Salix and Sedge Farm in Salmo, BC is seeking a Farm Worker!
ABOUT Salix and Sedge Farm
Salix and Sedge is a certified organic farm located in Salmo BC. We farm approximately two acres of land where we grow a diversity of field crops. We also have a year-round heated greenhouse where we grow tomatoes and cucumbers in the spring and summer, and greens in the fall and winter. We produce a wide range of vegetables, primarily for our roadside farm stand and a few local retailers.
Salix and Sedge Farm is certified organic through the Kootenay Organic Growers Society.
Our mission is to grow nutritious, high quality food for our community while maintaining the rich diversity in our farm-wetland ecosystem.
DESIRED QUALITIES
- Must be a full time returning student
- Positive attitude and willingness to contribute to a supportive team culture
- Strong communication skills
- Able to work both independently and in a team environment
- Excellent attention to detail
- Able to lift 50 lbs and do physical work outdoors in variable weather
POSITION TASKS
- seed and transplant
- harvest, wash, pack produce
- weed and cultivate
- contribute to all aspects of growing and maintaining crops in the greenhouse and field
POSITION DETAILS
Term: early May through until the end of August
Hours per week: 32 hours/week
Wage: $17.40/hr
Perks include receiving credit to purchase produce from our farm stand, gaining skills to grow your own food, and contributing to the vibrant local food scene in Salmo!
TO APPLY
Please submit your resume and cover letter to salixandsedge@gmail.com
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 Salix and Sedge Farm
Website: https://www.salixandsedge.ca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/salixandsedge/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/salixandsedge/?hl=en
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