Paid Ecological Farm Apprenticeship

are you an aspiring farmer looking to gain skills and knowledge that match the ecological and regenerative values you hold? Are you feeling the farming bug, but not quite ready to take the plunge and launch your own business? Young Agrarians and our network of exceptional mentor farmers are offering advanced, hands-on farm apprenticeships in regenerative agriculture. Participants with a serious interest, curiosity and commitment to full-time farming are invited to apply.

Our apprenticeships are a full immersion program that puts you into the heart of running a farm business, day in and day out. Choose from over 30 different regenerative farms in Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta. Our carefully selected family of farm mentors have diverse expertise and skill sets. Their farm philosophy is guided by a holistic framework that recognizes the connection between the land and people. Although farm activities will be different on each farm, the core activities will involve care of soil, pasture and livestock, farm direct marketing, and using sustainable practices for cereal, grain, and vegetable production.

As part of the program, you will also visit other farms that are hosting apprenticeships. This gives you the opportunity to learn from other ecological farmers and make connections with other apprentices in the program.

TO LEARN MORE AND APPLY --> please copy this link into your browser:
https://youngagrarians.org/tools/apprenticeships/apprenticeship-program/

Applications are now being accepted and we have extended the deadline until FEBRUARY 15th, 2023. Host farms will conduct video or phone interviews with select applicants. Confirmation of successful applicants will be in late February/early March. Apprentice start dates vary by farm; however, are generally in April or May and go until the fall (between September and November).

Compensation: Room, board, and wage/stipend packages vary from farm to farm. Housing is safe, secure and internet is available on each farm. Enjoy access to farm fresh food and some shared meals.