Foxfire Farm
Foxfire Farm is a small-scale diversified farming operation in its second year of production. Our goal is to provide healthy, nutrient-dense food to families while maintaining responsible land stewardship goals and environmental ethics. We use organic and regenerative farming practices to grow a wide variety of produce, as well as meat and eggs, for distribution to wholesale accounts and farmers markets. The farm is 13.5 acres, with approximately 3-4 acres under cultivation between vegetables and cover crops.
Location
1109 Jones Rd. Palermo, ME 04354
Hours and Work Season
Full and part-time positions available May-October. Some weekend availability preferred.
Payment Type
Pay
Job Description
Primary Responsibilities:
Participate in all aspects of crop production, including but not limited to: seeding, transplanting, irrigating, fertilizing, weeding, thinning, and harvesting
Washing and packing produce for wholesale deliveries
Greenhouse propagation and watering
Livestock chores
* Experience and interest in greenhouse management and wash/pack is highly desirable!
Desired Qualifications:
Interest in and understanding of organic and sustainable farming methods
Should be efficient, competent, and have a strong work ethic
Physically and emotionally fit for long days of manual labor in all weather conditions
Excellent communication and problem solving skills
Positive attitude and pleasant to work with
Benefits
- Free produce and seedlings
- Optional housing available
What to Expect from Us
Application Details and Deadline
Please send a brief cover letter and resume to [email protected]
Foxfire Farm
- Physical Address
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1109 Jones Rd.
Palermo, Maine, 04354
- Phone
- 978-500-5211
- N/A
