Phillies Bridge Farm Project in offers practical apprenticeships in
sustainable agriculture. Phillies Bridge Farm Project (PBFP) is a non-profit
educational working farm on 65 acres in New Paltz, NY. Mixed vegetables are
produced from approximately 5 acres for a 140 member CSA, local health food
stores and restaurants, and low-income families through our food justice
programs. The educational programs at PBFP offer school children, local youth,
CSA members, and the general public opportunities to learn about and
participate in sustainable and local food production. PBFP is committed to
agriculture that is ecologically sound, community oriented and economically
viable. While not certified organic, PBFP uses organic methods to produce high
quality produce. PBFP provides Farm Apprentices with the foundational
knowledge to pursue a career in small-scale vegetable production.
We offer:
2 full season farm apprenticeships (approx. April through October)
1 summer farm apprenticeship (approx. May through August)
Over the course of the season, apprentices will learn the following activities
and skills:
Seed starting and greenhouse management
Bed preparation
Transplanting and direct seeding
Crop maintenance
Organic pest and weed management
Irrigation systems
High Tunnel construction and management
Harvesting, washing and packing produce
Tracking production/record keeping
CSA distribution
Supervising farm volunteers
Tractor and equipment operation, safety and maintenance
In addition, apprentices participate in Collaborative Regional Alliance for
Farmer Training (CRAFT) farm visits
Additional learning possibilities for full season apprentices:
Crop planning
Marketing
Wholesale client relations
The inner workings of a non-profit
Compensation:
Apprentices are expected to work hard alongside the farmer, while
demonstrating a strong work ethic and a positive attitude. Work schedule will
vary from 40 to 50 hours per week depending on time of year. In return, Farm
Apprentices will receive a weekly stipend of $350, on site housing and
seasonal produce and eggs from the farm.
Who we invite to apply:
We seek responsible, good-natured, hard working individuals with an active
interest in food and farming.
Applicants should have good communication skills, the ability to take
initiative, and a desire to learn.
It is important that applicants be receptive to feedback and adjustments for
work processes.
We seek individuals who will be consistently punctual, arriving at work ready
to work.
Applicants should be able to comfortably lift 50 pounds and engage in
repetitive work, in all weather conditions.
To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and three references to
[email protected].
Visit our website to learn more: philliesbridge.org
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