Threefold Community Farm Hiring Farm Hand
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Threefold Community Farm Hiring Farm Hand About Threefold Community FarmThreefold Community Farm operates on 50 acres of farmland located in Chestnut Ridge,New York. The farm integrates Biodynamic land care, education, and production following theprinciples of Biodynamic agriculture as outlined by Rudolf Steiner. The farm operates incollaboration with local organizations such as Green Meadow Waldorf School, Otto SpechtSchool, Endeavor 21+, and the Fellowship Community, providing fresh produce, dairy products,and educational programming.The vegetable operation produces a diverse range of crops for sale at the farm stand,through a 50 member CSA program, to the Fellowship Community, the Hungry Hollow Co-Op,and the Threefold Cafe. The dairy operation focuses on grass-fed holistic grazing, utilizing acalf-sharing model for the health and ethics of animal welfare, and offers dairy products throughan on-site farm stand, and to local partners.Position OverviewThe Full-Time Farm Hand works across both the vegetable and dairy operations,splitting time evenly between the two areas. This role is essential to supporting the day-to-dayfunctioning of the farm, helping to maintain the health of the crops and livestock. This positionreports directly to the Vegetable Manager and Dairy Manager, and will work closely with theentire farm team.Duties and ResponsibilitiesVegetable Operation ResponsibilitiesField Work:Assist with planting, weeding, cultivating, harvesting, and post-harvest handling of vegetables.Operate tractors and use hand tools.Soil Health and Irrigation:Help apply compost and the Biodynamic preparations.Assist in maintaining and operating irrigation systems as needed.Farm Maintenance: Maintain deer fence, tools, and other farm infrastructure related to the vegetable operation.Dairy Operation ResponsibilitiesAnimal Care:Assist with daily milking chores.Help manage herd health through observation and developing a connection with the livestock.Pasture Management:With daily pasture moves, ensure the herd has access to clean water and healthyforage.Assist in maintaining pastures, fences, and shelters for the animals.Help with hay production and feeding.Milk Processing:Support the handling of raw milk, yogurt, and pasteurized milk.Ensure compliance with dairy safety and health standards.Help clean milking equipment, barns, and other farm infrastructure related to thedairy operation.Composting:Contribute to the farm's composting operations by managing manure composting and spreading it in the fields as needed.Preferred QualificationsGeneral farm experience, preferably with both crop and livestock farming.Willingness to perform physical labor and work outdoors in various weather conditions.Basic understanding of farming practices, including biodynamic and/or organic methods.Ability to work independently, in a team, and lead others.Attention to detail and ability to follow health and safety protocols.Basic mechanical skills for operating and maintaining farm tools and equipment.Compassionate and clear communication capacities.Work ScheduleFull-time, year-round, position with hours that vary by season, includes weekend work.Compensationââ  Wage: $15-18/hour, depending on experience.Benefits: applicable for health benefits.#J-18808-Ljbffr