Farm Crew, Rolling Hills Farm

Last Updated On: septiembre 26th, 2022 at 07:30AM MST

Contact information

Farm Address:
133 seabrook road
Lambertville, New Jersey, 08530

Primary Contact: John M Squicciarino
Primary Phone:
    Type: Cell
    Number: 6092737530
    Email: rollinghillsfarmnj@gmail.com

Website: https://www.rollinghillsfarm.org

Website: https://www.instagram.com/rolling_hills_farm

Internship information

General Farm Description: We are expanding! With the purchase of our new property in 2021 we are gearing up for an incredible 2023! With 20,000 more square feet in high tunnel production we are expanding our Winter green production, Summer green production, microgreen production and tomato production. We farm organically on 3 acres of land and grow over 100 varieties of vegetables for 2 Summer farmer's markets, 1 Winter Farmer's market and many wholesale accounts. We use intensive growing techniques to get the most out of our "market garden" including a wide range of small, efficient farm tools and techniques that we have perfected over the years. We specialize in season extension including high and low tunnels to grow Winter, early and late crops. We also focus on growing a lot of bagged greens and microgreens. We turn over our beds very rapidly and grow a lot of high quality produce on our small acreage.

CRAFT Member Farm? Yes

Internship Starts: 12/1/22
Internship Ends: year round
Number of Internship Available: 2
Application Deadline: 10/30/22
Minimum Length of Stay: 1 year

Internship Details:

During the main farmer’s market season the schedule is: Monday-Friday with the ability to fill in at weekend farmers markets once or twice a month. Work days are usually 8 hours long, and there are weekend chores from time to time as needed. During the height of the season, extra hours/days are available.

We are looking for the right person who has a drive and passion for farming, can take constructive criticism, aims to work efficiently as well as get those around them motivated to work efficiently, has a positive attitude, and is willing to learn! Ability to work at a fast pace and lift 50 lbs to chest level is required.

Pay starting at $16/hour, and increasing once systems are learned.

Farm tasks consist of: working together with the rest of the crew to harvest, wash/pack, weed, prepare beds, start seeds, and more.

To apply please send resume AND cover letter letting us know why this position is ideal for YOU to rollinghillsfarmnj@gmail.com .

Educational Opportunities: Employees are encouraged to come to the internship with aspects of farming/business that they would like to know more about and we will do our best to cover them. There will be a few hours dedicated to crop planning/crop rotation and we have a healthy library of resources for you to read. Our area has monthly tours of different farms where you will learn many new skills. Apprentices are highly encouraged to participate in the tours.

Skills Desired: Someone who has a passion to learn more about small scale, sustainable agriculture and has a strong work ethic. Ability to work at a fast pace with a positive attitude.

Meals: no.

Stipend: $16/hour+ depending on experience, plus produce from farm. We offer a bonus for those returning the following year.

Housing: No.

Preferred method of Contact: email