Williamson Family Farm

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

Organic Farmer Position

Organic Farmer Position

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Organic Farmer Position