Draft Horse Powered & Community Supported Agriculture (CSA)

Eat Good Food All Year

Job Opportunities

Contact Tim Biello at Tim@featherbedlanefarm.com | (518)207-7224 to apply and for more information

Seasonal Full-Time Farmer (SFT): The SFT Farmer’s primary focus is vegetable production, including greenhouse management, field production and harvests, as well as occasional livestock work and assistance with the weekly CSA Pickup. Prior farm experience, while valued, is less important than a good work ethic and attitude, the ability to do very physical work outside during all weather conditions, and a readiness to learn, be effective, have fun and be a part of the team. This is a great opportunity for someone exploring farming as a profession or looking to take on a farm management role. The position begins in May and runs through November, though there may be the possibility of extending the season. Exact start and end dates will be set at the time of hire. This is an hourly salaried position. There is the opportunity for increased wages based on experience and longer terms of employment. Housing may also be available and can be included as part of a compensation package. Farmer benefits include a weekly Share of produce and eggs, discounts on products from other farms, paid leave, an education stipend, and more. CLICK HERE for more information.

Assistant Farm Manager (AFM): The ARM coordinates with the Farm Manager and CSA Manager to carry out overall farm operations. Field and greenhouse vegetable production is the primary focus of this position, including crew management. Product management for off-farm sales and the weekly CSA Pickup is a regular task, as is staffing the CSA Pickup when needed during the growing season and more regularly in the Winter. Livestock chores are part of the position’s regular responsibilities. Work with the draft horses, beyond daily chores, may be part of the position, pending experience and interest in committing to longer-term employment. Other miscellaneous work is also included such as building projects, equipment repairs, tractor work, field-edge management and work in the woods, assisting with on-farm events, and farm errands. The position begins in March and runs through December, though there may be the possibility of extending the season and an interest in multiple years is preferred. Exact start and end dates will be set at the time of hire. This is an hourly salaried position. There is the opportunity for increased wages based on experience and longer terms of employment. Housing may also be available and can be included as part of a compensation package. Farmer benefits include a weekly Share of produce and eggs, discounts on products from other farms, paid leave, an education stipend, and more. CLICK HERE for more information.

Featherbed Lane Farm’s CSa pickups are on Saturdays, year round, 9am-1pm

As a CSA Member, you get farm fresh produce every week of the year, all year round. In addition to being full year, our CSA is also free choice, which means you get to choose the produce, and how much of it, that you want to eat each week. We do not pre-box your Share. You take what you want.

Featherbed Lane Farm is the only farm in Saratoga County working with draft horses as a primary power source. Learn more about us on our ABOUT THE FARM page.