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Canada Farm Jobs - Harvest and Seasonal Work Opportunities

Lands throughout Canada boast fields plentiful of maize, potatoes, beans, squash, and sunflowers. The indigenous populations of Iroquois and Huron people cultivated the land as seen by explorers in the 17th century. In recent years, Canadian land continues to produce agricultural goods, which benefit the residents and economy of the country. The rural landscape remains ideal for fields of grains and oilseeds, cattle, horticulture, and poultry. Although a decline in production of farm-related commodities occurred over the 20th century, the industry still remains an essential element and way of life for inhabitants. Fueled by innovation, agriculture contributes approximately $100 billion CAD per year to the gross domestic product (GDP) of the North American country. Furthermore, Canada employs over 2.2 million workers in the agricultural sector, which roughly accounts for one in eight jobs. Employment hunters locate occupations as migrant workers, animal caretakers, fruit and vegetable pickers, general farm labors, and supervisors.

The Canadian agricultural industry reports around 200,000 farms occupying roughly 160 million acres of terrain. Rapeseed, canola, rye, oats, barley, and alfalfa constitute a list of popularly grown grain crops. Exceeding 240 million bushels of wheat, homesteads utilize the crop to produce abundant harvests in short growing seasons. Horticulture, which includes nursery and floral crops as well as fruits, extends throughout Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Quebec, and Ontario. Tasty varieties able to grow in the plant hardiness zones of the region, such as apples, strawberries, peaches, and apricots, yield significant revenues for the country. Other popular crop commodities range from grapes and hazelnuts to maple syrup and sugar beets. Livestock numbers continue to rise as well as the corresponding industries of feedlots, meat processing, and animal husbandry. In Canada, approximately 12.7 million cattle, 960,000 dairy cows, 12.6 million pigs, and 94 million broilers dominate the industry.

Canada represents the second largest country in total area and remains situated in northern North America. A majority of citizens, almost 35.8 million, reside in the southern regions of the territory close to the United States border. Boreal forests prevail throughout the country, while the flat prairies in the southwest facilitate agriculture. In the southeast, the Great Lakes run into the St. Lawrence River with prominent lowlands. A diverse climate allows temperatures to vary dramatically. Northern arctic regions and Rocky Mountain areas experience heavy ice and snowfall with subzero temperatures common for large portions of each year. Parts of western Canada maintain semi-arid weather, with Vancouver Island classified as a summer Mediterranean climate. Variations of temperate to subarctic environments result in highs of 82 degrees Fahrenheit in July and lows of -24 degrees Fahrenheit in January.

Whether employed directly in the field or representing goods through agribusiness, aspirants find work readily obtainable in the agricultural industry. Dykman Cattle Company, Tiny Acres Holsteins, and Rosenhill Farm Inc. include facilities routinely seeking to employ dairy farm workers. Like many other cattle and dairy farms, the ranches require at least six months or more of previous experience, the ability to work rotational shifts and evenings, teamwork skills, and fluent English capabilities. The ability to speak French, the second national language in Canada, may benefit future pickers and farmhands when seeking jobs in eastern portions of the country. Laborers traditionally clean barns and pens, feed, milk, and handle large herds. Some farmsteads like Sharon Mushroom Farm in Ontario regularly hire entry-level pickers, with no experience necessary. On average, employees receive hourly wages between $11.00 CAD and $12.00 CAD. Employment benefits range from medical insurance and paid time off to room and board and discounted produce.

Individuals may locate occupations on farms by preparing detailed resumes highlighting past experiences. Hiring practices vary by company. If a candidate decides to apply in person, the individual should request the attention of the hiring manager and remain professional at all times. Resumes should also highlight education and related job skills. Seasonal positions available during warmer growing months remain ideal for migrant workers. Other job titles last year round and offer permanent, full-time opportunities for hardworking team members. Highly educated and trained aspirants regularly secure careers in supervising, marketing, quality management, human resources, and sales.

Canada Job Listings:
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fruit farm worker
Pardo's Berrie Farm - Blenheim, ON
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. No degree, certificate or diploma. Fruit and vegetable combination farming.read more.
Pardo's Berrie Farm  8 days ago

fruit farm worker
Parmar Orchards - Lumby, BC
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma. Fruit and vegetable combination farming. Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities. Ability to distinguish between colours.read more.
Parmar Orchards  5 days ago

farm worker, fruit
Gill's Paradise Orchard - Keremeos, BC
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma. Fruit and vegetable combination farming. Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities.read more.
Gill's Paradise Orchard  11 days ago

fruit farm worker
David and Adam Bullach - Kelowna, BC
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma. Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities. Combination of sitting, standing, walking.read more.
David and Adam Bullach  4 days ago

general farm worker
GILBEE HONEY - Camrose, AB
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma. Examine produce for quality and prepare for market. Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities.read more.
GILBEE HONEY  21 days ago

farm worker, fruit
Red Brick Estate Vineyard - Osoyoos, BC
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma. 3 years to less than 5 years. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops. Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities.read more.
Red Brick Estate Vineyard  5 hours ago

fruit farm worker
Hans Orchards & Vineyard - Kelowna, BC
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma No experience Type of Crops Apples Grapes Work Site Environment Outdoors Wet/damp Noisy Dusty Hot Work Location…read more.
Hans Orchards & Vineyard  8 days ago

general farm worker
Felton Grain Farm - Semans, SK
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. No degree, certificate or diploma. 1 year to less than 2 years. Driver's License (Class 1 or A).read more.
Felton Grain Farm  4 days ago

farm worker
R. N. Capital Management Ltd. - Caledon, ON
Job Description:  Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed. Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. No degree, certificate or diploma.read more.
R. N. Capital Management Ltd.  30+ days ago

fruit farm worker
Wendell Orchards - Winfield, BC
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma. Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities. Combination of sitting, standing, walking.read more.
Wendell Orchards  7 days ago

general farm worker
FOWL PLAY POULTRY LOADERS - Ferintosh, AB
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma. Detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock and poultry. Examine produce for quality and prepare for market.read more.
FOWL PLAY POULTRY LOADERS  30+ days ago

general farm worker
D&P Rooke Farms - Alexander, MB - new
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. No degree, certificate or diploma. 1 year to less than 2 years. Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).read more.
D&P Rooke Farms  1 day ago

farm worker, grain
Brent Kittelson Harvesting Ltd - Torquay, SK
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. No degree, certificate or diploma. 1 year to less than 2 years. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops.read more.
Brent Kittelson Harvesting Ltd  6 days ago

farm worker, hogs
Olymel s.e.c. - Ange-Gardien, QC - new
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma. Clean stables, barns, barnyards and pens. Detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock and poultry.read more.
Olymel s.e.c.  2 days ago

packer, vegetables - farm
Mucci Pac - Kingsville, ON
Job Description:  Load, unload and transfer crates, supplies and farm produce, livestock and poultry. No degree, certificate or diploma. Up to 9 kg (20 lbs).read more.
Mucci Pac  30+ days ago

farm worker, general
Thunder Ridge Farms - Leask, SK
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. No degree, certificate or diploma. 1 year to less than 2 years. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops.read more.
Thunder Ridge Farms  30+ days ago

dairy farm worker
De Knar Dairy - Red Deer, AB
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma. 1 year to less than 2 years. Clean stables, barns, barnyards and pens. Detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock…read more.
De Knar Dairy  15 days ago

general farm worker
Delfresh Mushroom Farm Ltd. - Abbotsford, BC
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. No degree, certificate or diploma. Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities.read more.
Delfresh Mushroom Farm Ltd.  5 days ago

Farm Workers
Canadian Nectar Products - Montague, PE
Job Description:  Maintain, clean, and store farm tools after use. We are looking for Farm Workers to perform the following positions: Plant and harvest apples and pears.read more.
Canadian Nectar Products  30+ days ago

fruit farm worker
Balbir Sangha - Kelowna, BC
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma. Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities. Ability to distinguish between colours. Combination of sitting, standing, walking.read more.
Balbir Sangha  26 days ago

farm worker, fruit
SUNCREST HILL ORCHARDS INC. - Kelowna, BC
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops. Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities.read more.
SUNCREST HILL ORCHARDS INC.  5 hours ago

dairy farm worker
New World Dairy Inc - St. David's, NL
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma. Clean stables, barns, barnyards and pens. Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities. Ability to distinguish between colours.read more.
New World Dairy Inc  30+ days ago

farm labourer
Derks Farms - Chesterville, ON
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. No degree, certificate or diploma. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops.read more.
Derks Farms  11 hours ago

farm worker, fruit
Tarlok Singh - Kelowna, BC
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma. Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities. Combination of sitting, standing, walking.read more.
Tarlok Singh  11 days ago

farm worker, fruit
Greatview Orchards - Blenheim, ON - new
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma. Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.). Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops.read more.
Greatview Orchards  1 day ago

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