Farm Team Member -- $15/hour

15120 Planck Lane, Purcellville VA

Description

Lydia's Fields Farm, a 10-acre diversified vegetable operation, is seeking two additional farm team members for the 2022 season, part-time. Prior farming/gardening experience is a plus, but not required; a good work ethic and strong character is preferential. April - November with potential to continue on in a full-time position. Must have a valid drivers license. Job Duties: - CSA & wholesale deliveries twice a week (company vehicle provided) - Market sales at Falls Church Farmers Market on Saturdays - Seeding, transplanting, weeding/cultivating, mulching, and bed preparation - Harvesting, washing, and packing vegetables - Assisting in greenhouse management, watering, temperature management - Grounds maintenance (weed whipping, mowing, irrigation assistance) Note: We are seeking two candidates, so if you prefer field work to market sales or vice-versa, we can accommodate. Alternatively, if you are interested in all facets of the farm, we can discuss full-time employment for one. Required Skills: - Positive attitude, agility, and willingness to pivot and prioritize based on weather conditions, and market and sales deadlines - Ability to lift 50 lbs - Production-minded work ethic and an understanding that cultivation sets the pace, not conversation. - Experience with small power tools and lawn equipment a plus. About the farm: Lydia's Fields is a 10-acre diversified vegetable farm located in a dynamic, collaborative 400-acre farming community in Purcellville, Virginia. We cultivate multiple varieties of heirloom tomatoes, figs, and asparagus, as well as blueberries, various herbs, cabbage, broccoli, peppers and many other vegetables that thrive in our region with regenerative growing practices. And we have fun doing it! We sell our produce through direct and wholesale channels including a ~100 member CSA, a weekly market in Falls Church, VA, and wholesale to local restaurants and neighboring farms. We focus heavily on maintaining and restoring soil health and believe that fresh, tasty, healthful food comes by growing it in harmony with nature. Learn more at www.lydiasfields.com