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This job expired on September 23, 2016

Raw Dairy and Livestock Apprentice Blue Hill Farm & North Plain Farm

  • Date Posted July 25, 2016
  • Location Great Barrington, MA
  • Category Agriculture
  • Job type Internship/Apprentice
Company description We are a family run 100% grass fed,  certified organic dairy and muliti-species livestock farm in the Berkshire Hills of Western MA. We are committed to sustainable and organic practices and high standards of animal welfare. This apprenticeship will allow you direct working experience with dairy cows, goats, draft horses, chickens (layers and broilers), pigs, some vegetable growing (we produce a huge amount of heirloom tomatoes), and all the equipment and tools required to do so. Internship description We are a small farm that produces 100% grassfed, certified organic raw milk and beef as well as pastured pork, goat, chicken, and eggs. We are committed to the health and welfare of our animals which all begins with giving them the chance to express their instincts and eat their natural diet as much as possible. 

Our farm is located in the hills of the Berkshires in Western Massachusetts, a community that strongly supports its farmers and food artisans. We sell directly to consumers, at two farmer’s markets, and to local restaurants. We are looking for 1-2 apprentices to start this Spring with a commitment of 6 or 12 months. We require an overnight working visit before commitment.
 
Interns will be exposed to all aspects of the farm. Food, housing and a stipend is provided. Couples are encouraged to apply. Compensation this position is : stipend / non-monetary compensation
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This job expired on September 23, 2016
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