Vegetable Grower Apprenticeship in NJ

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Vegetable Grower Apprenticeship at Duke Farms in Hillsborough, NJ – 2020

Grower opportunity in Hillsborough, NJ: Our vegetable grower apprenticeship is ideal for an individual with growing experience looking to take on responsibility by making the day-to-day decisions for our cafe garden and high tunnel.  Duties will include starting transplants in the greenhouse, planting, weeding, irrigation, pest and disease management, and harvesting. The apprentice will need to work independently and be self-motivated but will have support from the other sustainable agriculture staff members as well as volunteers. Responsibilities will also include caring for pastured layer hens and may include assisting with other aspects of the farm such as rotational grazing (beef cattle), hay production, composting and our small herd of goats for brush clearing. Position includes salary, housing, retirement and health benefits. It is a two-year position with an annual review.

Qualifications:

• At least one year of experience in vegetable growing is required, preferably at a sustainable agricultural operation utilizing best management practices;
• Competent and familiar with tractors and implements or the ability and willingness to learn from seasoned professional Duke Farms staff as well as the various hand tools needed to maintain the vegetable operation;
• Self-motivated and capable of completing daily tasks independently and without direct supervision;
• Ability to communicate to the general public the various aspects of the farming operation along with the ability work with and lead volunteers;
• Willing to work around and with various livestock;
• Able to traverse the 2700+ acre Duke Farm’s property as well as travel to other locations;
• Willing to work indoors and outdoors under various weather conditions;
• Willing to work outside of traditional business hours, including weekends, evenings and occasional holidays;
• Valid driver’s license

How to Apply for the Vegetable Grower Apprenticeship:

Send resume with cover letter to hr@ddcf.org. Include your last name followed by “Sustainable Agriculture Apprentice” in the subject line.  Applications will be accepted through November 2019.

The sustainable agriculture program at Duke Farms is part of our larger organization which is a leader in environmental stewardship and inspires visitors to become informed stewards of the land. It is a place of education, enjoyment and research that enhances the environmental health of the region.

 

• Learn more about farming and food jobs and internships, or learn how to post a job, internship, or apprenticeship opportunity on beginningfarmers.org by going to https://www.beginningfarmers.org/internship-and-employment-opportunities/