Organic Farm Crew-member – Solid Ground Farm
Last Updated On: enero 24th, 2024 at 08:34AM MST
Contact information
Farm Address:205 Hidden Valley Rd
Kingston, New York, 12401
Primary Contact: Wes Hannah
Primary Phone:
Type: Cell
Number: 518-528-9382
Email: solidgroundfarm@gmail.com
Website: https://solidground.farm
Internship information
General Farm Description: Solid Ground Farm is a certified organic diversified veggie farm on the outskirts of Kingston. With about nine acres in production, we focus on producing high-quality produce for our members and customers. We market through a CSA, farmers markets, and local wholesale. The farm is located in a picturesque valley in the Hurley Flats, backing up to the scenic Esopus Creek. We do some additional production on a nearby property. Crew members can expect to be involved in all aspects of production and marketing, and will gain an in-depth perspective on small-scale sustainable agriculture.CRAFT Member Farm? No
Internship Starts: April 1
Internship Ends: October 31
Number of Internship Available: 1
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Minimum Length of Stay: full-season
Internship Details:
We’re looking for one more full-time crew member to join the five-person farm team for the 2024 growing season.
Educational Opportunities: While this is not an explicitly educational internship, all crew members will be fully involved in all aspects of farm operation, from tractor-based bed prep to plant care to harvest.
Skills Desired: The ideal applicant has some experience in vegetable farming already, or at least experience in related outdoor labor fields.
Meals: The farm team all brings their own lunch, and we eat together at mid-day.
Stipend: Yes, we offer a wage of $17 an hour, with a week of paid time off during the season.
Housing: Unfortunately we don't have any housing available on-farm.
Preferred method of Contact: Email