This job expired on September 20, 2014
Sustainable agriculture student Farmshare Austin
- Date Posted July 22, 2014
- Location Austin, TX
- Category Agriculture / Education
- Job Type Full-Time
Job Description
Farmshare Austin’s pilot program, Farmer Starter, is designed to provide aspiring farmers with the essential skills and training needed to run a sustainable farming business. Using a blend of hands-on in-field training and formal classroom education, students will gain practical knowledge and experience in sustainable organic growing methods as well as the business and financial planning skills necessary to establish a successful market farm. Students will live and work on a three acre organic farm in an intensive six month immersion learning experience.
Students will receive 700 hours of ongoing in-field training in organic vegetable production with mentorship from experienced staff, and will work cooperatively to accomplish daily tasks for a 60 member CSA. Students will be exposed to all aspects of a working farm and will develop in-depth skills through this multi-seasonal program. Daily activities may include bed preparation, planting, weeding, irrigation, harvest, and packing.Students will also receive 300 hours of formal educational time. Students will participate in bi-weekly classes, along with farm walks, discussions, workshops, and monthly local area farm tours with opportunities to work with and learn from agricultural professionals and expert farmers. Students will benefit from individual attention, small class size, and evaluations for educational and training goals.
Farmer Starter is looking for six full time students to participate in our 2014 pilot program. We are seeking vibrant, enthusiastic candidates who are committed to participating in an intensive six month training program in organic farming. Applicants should have a passion for sustainable agriculture and be prepared to submerse themselves in an inclusive learning community. We strive to select individuals who can contribute a diverse set of skills and knowledge, and are ultimately looking to create a healthy, happy, and active learning community. Visit Farmerstarter.org to apply today
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Students will receive 700 hours of ongoing in-field training in organic vegetable production with mentorship from experienced staff, and will work cooperatively to accomplish daily tasks for a 60 member CSA. Students will be exposed to all aspects of a working farm and will develop in-depth skills through this multi-seasonal program. Daily activities may include bed preparation, planting, weeding, irrigation, harvest, and packing.Students will also receive 300 hours of formal educational time. Students will participate in bi-weekly classes, along with farm walks, discussions, workshops, and monthly local area farm tours with opportunities to work with and learn from agricultural professionals and expert farmers. Students will benefit from individual attention, small class size, and evaluations for educational and training goals.
Farmer Starter is looking for six full time students to participate in our 2014 pilot program. We are seeking vibrant, enthusiastic candidates who are committed to participating in an intensive six month training program in organic farming. Applicants should have a passion for sustainable agriculture and be prepared to submerse themselves in an inclusive learning community. We strive to select individuals who can contribute a diverse set of skills and knowledge, and are ultimately looking to create a healthy, happy, and active learning community. Visit Farmerstarter.org to apply today
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This job expired on September 20, 2014
DeadlineAugust 31, 2014