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job opening for grower



Phillies Bridge Farm Project CSA is seeking a grower for the 1999
season.  Located in New York's Hudson Valley, the farm presently
serves 130 shareholders.  We have a focus of providing organic
produce to our shareholders as well as being a demonstration farm
with educational goals.

Responsibilities will include farming a six acre garden, supervising
crop distribution, managing a greenhouse and overseeing the care of
chickens and lambs.  Grower will supervise and train at least two
interns (and possibly an ass't grower), plus the volunteer share-
holders who are required to work 12 hours per season.  This is a nine
month position that will begin in March.  Various housing arrangements
are possible.

Qualifications:  Must have at least two years experience as an
organic farmer and experience with CSA model.  Must be able to
communicate effectively with the CSA community and with conventional
farmers in the area.  Some formal education in agriculture desirable.
Skills in construction, mechanics, and/or teaching beneficial.

Applications accepted until November 1.  AA/EOE employer.

Respond to:  Joanna Schroer, c/o Phillies Bridge Farm Project, PO Box
1147, New Paltz NY  12561  914/256-9108