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FARM JOB: Richmond, BC – KPU Farm, Farm Field Trial Manager

Posted by Michalina Hunter on May 18, 2022

KPU Farm in Richmond, BC is seeking a Farm Field Trial Manager! ABOUT KPU Farm The Department of Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems (SAFS) is an innovative program which is focused on fostering a sustainable regional food system. Through partnerships with industry partners, our faculty carry out research that is focused on developing resilient agroecosystems. We also grow a whole mix of vegetables for sale at the Kwantlen St. Market in Richmond and through wholesale channels The KPU Farm is certified organic and implements agroecosystems thinking in our farm planning and management. DESIRED QUALITIES Experience in small scale, diverse farming … Continue reading FARM JOB: Richmond, BC – KPU Farm, Farm Field Trial Manager →

FARM JOB: Richmond, BC – Vida Farm, Farm Hand

Posted by Michalina Hunter on May 06, 2022

Vida Farm in Richmond, BC is seeking a Farm Hand! ABOUT Vida Farm I am running a small-scale urban farm located in Richmond. I grow more than 100 different vegetables: eighteen different varieties of tomatoes, eight different varieties of eggplants, six different varieties of peppers, and lots of other new vegetables. I sell my vegetables at the VFM and UBC markets. Tools are available for any assigned tasks. I am very passionate about growing organic and high-quality food. My goal is to promote local food, food security, food sustainability and offer various vegetables. DESIRED QUALITIES No experience is needed. I … Continue reading FARM JOB: Richmond, BC – Vida Farm, Farm Hand →

FARM JOBS: Richmond, BC – The Front Yard Flower Co., Multiple Positions

Posted by Michalina Hunter on February 17, 2022

The Front Yard Flower Co. in Richmond, BC is seeking Full-Time Flower Farm Workers (1x Florist and 2x Field Crew/Market Workers)! ABOUT The Front Yard Flower Co. The Front Yard Flower Co. is an emerging 3-acre small scale flower farm based out of the scenic fishing hamlet of Steveston, located in Richmond, BC. This unique farm is one of a kind in Metro Vancouver growing fresh, spray free flowers for farmers markets, bouquet subscriptions, wholesale, DIY Botanical Buckets, custom bouquet orders and intimate on-farm floral workshops. The Front Yard Flower Co.’s mission is to provide high quality, spray-free locally grown … Continue reading FARM JOBS: Richmond, BC – The Front Yard Flower Co., Multiple Positions →

B.C. Business Mentorship Network – Rake and Radish Farm

Posted by Melanie Buffel on April 05, 2021

Young Agrarians is celebrating the seventh year of the Business Mentorship Network (BMN) program. The BMN offers business mentorships to a diverse array of new and young farmers across BC. Through one-on-one mentorship and peer networks, young farmers develop the skills necessary to operate ecologically sustainable and financially viable farm businesses. The 2021 Mentee Cohort are hard at work planning for the season ahead and we are thrilled to profile them and celebrate their efforts! My name is Ardeo Mann and my farm is Rake and Radish Farm. I’m being mentored by Arzeena Hamir from Amara Farm. Where do you farm? … Continue reading B.C. Business Mentorship Network – Rake and Radish Farm →

B.C. Business Mentorship Network – Vida Farm

Posted by Melanie Buffel on March 30, 2021

Young Agrarians is celebrating the seventh year of the Business Mentorship Network (BMN) program. The BMN offers business mentorships to a diverse array of new and young farmers across BC. Through one-on-one mentorship and peer networks, young farmers develop the skills necessary to operate ecologically sustainable and financially viable farm businesses. The 2021 Mentee Cohort are hard at work planning for the season ahead and we are thrilled to profile them and celebrate their efforts! My name is Vida Rose, and I farm at Vida Farm. My mentor is Arzeena Hamir. Where do you farm? I am a small-scale urban farmer … Continue reading B.C. Business Mentorship Network – Vida Farm →

[FILLED] FARM JOB: Richmond, BC – The Front Yard Flower Co., Field + Flower Worker

Posted by Michalina Hunter on March 05, 2021

This position has been filled. View more Farm Jobs and Apprenticeships on our Job Board The Front Yard Flower Co. in Richmond, BC is seeking a Field + Flower Worker! ABOUT The Front Yard Flower Co. The Front Yard Flower Co. is a multi-site urban farm based out of Vancouver and Richmond that grows unique and spray free flowers and herbs for farmer’s markets, bouquet subscriptions and wholesale florists. We provide local flowers that are grown using natural and sustainable methods so customers can be sure that they are receiving the freshest, safest product to enjoy in their homes or … Continue reading [FILLED] FARM JOB: Richmond, BC – The Front Yard Flower Co., Field + Flower Worker →

FARM JOB: RICHMOND, BC: Panatch Group, Farm Manager/Coordinator

Posted by Michalina Hunter on June 10, 2020

The Panatch Group in Richmond, BC is hiring a permanent Farm Manager/Coordinator to establish a 35 acre farm property! OUR VISION We are currently hiring an innovative individual to lead the establishment and future growth of a 35-acre farm property. This property is located in the heart of Steveston, Richmond, BC and as such, has a significant surrounding population. A family home is located on the property and we aim to develop a long-term, sustainable agricultural model for the property that positively contributes to and serves the community. We are looking for a passionate, experienced individual to work collaboratively with … Continue reading FARM JOB: RICHMOND, BC: Panatch Group, Farm Manager/Coordinator →

JOB: RICHMOND, BC – Richmond Food Security Society, Education Program Coordinator

Posted by Michalina Hunter on January 17, 2020

Richmond Food Security Society, in Richmond, BC, is hiring a full-time permanent Education Program Coordinator! About Richmond Food Security Society Richmond Food Security Society (RFSS) is a not-for-profit organization inspiring a robust Richmond food system through education, advocacy, and community-building initiatives. We are a small team supported by many volunteers all passionate about urban agriculture and food security. We live the values of the Richmond Food Charter and we courageously engage our community to address food-related challenges. We grow the community and have fun while doing it. We are a living wage, equal opportunity organization, and will not discriminate on any basis. We are seeking … Continue reading JOB: RICHMOND, BC – Richmond Food Security Society, Education Program Coordinator →

Lessons Learned: Riverside Farm

Posted by Kristen Nammour on November 28, 2017

We’re checking back in with our B.C. Business Mentorship Network participants to see how their seasons have gone and how mentorship has benefitted them. Name: Riverside Farm, run by Jenn Cline and Caroline Chiu, graduates of the Richmond Farm School Program (Kwantlen Polytechnic University). Location: Richmond, BC What were your goals for this season and how did you work to achieve those? We stepped into our second season of farming with excitement and anticipation. We decided to change our marketing outlet from Vancouver Farmers Markets to running our own CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) program. Our goals were to grow some … Continue reading Lessons Learned: Riverside Farm →

SEPT 24: RICHMOND, BC – National Farmers Union Region 8 Annual Convention

Posted by Moss Dance on September 18, 2017

Do you want to get more involved in the politics surrounding our food system? Do you have a burning farm issue that needs attention? We invite you to attend the National Farmers Union Region 8 Annual Convention which will be held Sunday September 24, 1:00pm – 6:00pm 2017 at Kwantlen Polytechnic University – in the Melville Centre for Dialogue, Rooms 2550A and B, 8771 Lansdowne Road, Richmond, B.C. The Convention commences with registration on Sunday at 1 P.M. Registration fee is $5.00/person at the door, coffee and snacks included. Resolutions on current policy issues may be presented to this Convention and those passed will be forwarded to National Convention for debate … Continue reading SEPT 24: RICHMOND, BC – National Farmers Union Region 8 Annual Convention →