Regenerative Farm Assistant Unbound Glory Farm

Earth Day is seeking a Regenerative Farm Assistant for Unbound Glory Farm in Hartford, CT. The role involves hands-on work in soil health, plant cultivation, and sustainable practices, with responsibilities including field maintenance and marketing farm products. Candidates should possess strong customer service and communication skills, and be able to work outdoors in various weather conditions. Housing and a food stipend are provided.
Overview Learn about soil health and the soil microbiome; the connection between plant health and human health; water conservation practices; carbon sequestration in agricultural systems; permaculture techniques such as hügelkultur; high-tunnel growing and maintenance; growing year-round in New England without fossil fuel inputs; the connection between flavor and nutrient-density; how to adapt in our rapidly changing climate, and the intersection of farming and food with our farm-to-table wood fired pizza business.
Skills Needed/Minimum Requirements Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions with lots of bending, kneeling, squatting, twisting, and lifting.
Great customer service skills.
Good listening and communication skills.
Ability to work in both team environment and be self-driven.
A positive attitude is a must.
Expected Responsibilities Develop skill sets for seeding, weeding, planting, cultivation, intercropping, pruning, harvesting, processing, flower-arranging, and selling through our CSA and farmer’s market.
Field work and maintenance, harvesting and processing, and marketing farm products (veg, flowers, and pizza) are the main responsibilities.
Accommodations Housing and food stipend included.
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