Regenerative ORganic Farmer
Williamson Family Farm in the Greater Nashville Area is looking for an experienced agriculture professional to join us as our full-time farmer to revolutionize our agricultural operations to support our growing agritourism business. The farmer will collaborate in transforming our 240-acre farm to a showcase small farm producing Regenerative Organic Certified™ fruit, vegetables, herbs, and other crops to be incorporated in our agritourism private and public events that will include farm tours, food festivals, field to table dinners, workshops, pick & cook classes, weddings, corporate meetings and school field trips. Plans include introducing animals to support some of the agritourism events.
Qualifications include:
- Bachelor’s or higher degree in agriculture or agricultural sciences
- Minimum 5-year’s farm experience after graduation, preferably in an organic operation
- Experience with fruit, vegetables and livestock
- Strong organization and communication skills
- Experience with design and implementation of farm infrastructure (irrigation, field fencing, trellis design)
- Physical stamina, including ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds
- Desire to research and adopt innovative and regenerative farming practices
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills
Responsibilities include:
- Working with the agriculture manager and owners to develop and evolve long-term plans for the farm
- Collaborating with management to plan food-focused events and foods to be served at private and public events
- Conducting educational tours and presentations at events about the farm
- Working with the development of Orchards and Ciderworks
- Developing new responsibilities as you progress with training
- Implementing Farming Infrastructure (Irrigation, frost management, water control, Hoop Houses)
- Preparing farm and soil for regenerative organic certification
- Leading Farm Team
- Managing Crop Production
- Collaborate with planting and harvesting schedules
- Ensuring compliance with governmental regulations and health and safety standards
- Assisting with record keeping for Organic certification
- Building professional networks and keeping abreast of developments in agricultural science
Compensation:
- Compensation commensurate with experience as a farmer. Pay target will be between $60,000 and $80,000
- Benefits include:
- Generous Healthcare Plan
- 14 Paid time off days per year
- 7 Paid holidays per year