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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.

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general farm worker
David Vos Farms Ltd - Keg River, AB - new
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. No degree, certificate or diploma. Detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock and poultry.read more.
David Vos Farms Ltd  2 days ago

fruit farm worker
KILLAM ORCHARD - Waterville, NS - new
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma. Landscape and Horticulture Technicians and Specialists Specific Skills.read more.
KILLAM ORCHARD  1 day ago

General Farm Workers
Agricultural Employment Canada - Picture Butte, AB
Job Description:  Currently seeking persons to work with us with some farming experience. Duties will include running and servicing equipment, field work, running pivots and…read more.
Agricultural Employment Canada  30 days ago

fruit farm labourer
Dentz Orchards and Berry Farm Inc - Iroquois, ON
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma. Fruit and vegetable combination farming. Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities. Ability to distinguish between colours.read more.
Dentz Orchards and Berry Farm Inc  10 days ago

fruit farm labourer
Manitree Fruit Farm - Blenheim, ON
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma. Fruit and vegetable combination farming. Other vegetables and melon farming (except potato).read more.
Manitree Fruit Farm  30+ days ago

fruit or vegetable picker
Thwaites Farms Ltd. - Langton, ON
Job Description:  Load, unload and transfer crates, supplies and farm produce, livestock and poultry. No degree, certificate or diploma. Up to 23 kg (50 lbs).read more.
Thwaites Farms Ltd.  16 days ago

general farm worker
LKMD FARMS LTD. - Hoey, SK
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma Experience an asset Type of Farm Operations Wheat farming Other grain farming Security and Safety Driving record check …read more.
LKMD FARMS LTD.  17 days ago

Farm Workers
Mukhtiar Growers - Abbotsford, BC
Job Description:  Duties include pruning, weeding, harvesting crops 40 - 60 hours / week $14.60/hr. Fax resume 604-853-6917 or email:read more.
Mukhtiar Growers  6 hours ago

Farm Workers
Lidder Farms - Keremeos, BC
Job Description:  Farms are located in both Keremeos and Cawston, BC. Pruning, thinning, general farm work, picking and packing fruit and ground crops.read more.
Lidder Farms  4 days ago

mussel farm labourer
Coles Mussel Farms Ltd. - Kensington, PE
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma No experience Area of Specialization Mussels Work Setting Mussel sites (land/barge) Type of Fishing Mussel socking and…read more.
Coles Mussel Farms Ltd.  5 days ago

General Farm Workers
Kahlon Farms Ltd. - Abbotsford, BC
Job Description:  General farm workers required on berry farm. Should be able to work with farm machinery and tractor. Duties include harvesting, cultivation, sorting fruit,…read more.
Kahlon Farms Ltd.  5 days ago

fruit farm worker
Sun-Ray Orchards Inc. - Beamsville, ON
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. No degree, certificate or diploma. Fruit and vegetable combination farming.read more.
Sun-Ray Orchards Inc.  5 days ago

general farm worker
Lidder Farm - Keremeos, BC
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. No degree, certificate or diploma. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops.read more.
Lidder Farm  4 days ago

fruit farm labourer
River Valley Orchards ltd. - Cawston, BC
Job Description:  River Valley Orchards ltd. ( 563 hwy 3 Cawston BC , V0X 1C3 ), requires 12 full time seasonal fruit farm labourers, from March 1 2021 - October 31 2021 Duties…read more.
River Valley Orchards ltd.  12 days ago

vegetable farm foreman/woman
Agriville - Kingsville, ON
Job Description:  Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed. Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Maintain work records and logs.read more.
Agriville  5 days ago

General Farm Labourer
Farmcrest Foods - Salmon Arm, BC - new
Job Description:  Operate tractors and other farm machinery. Repair and maintain farm buildings and equipment. Previous animal husbandry and experience operating farm equipment…read more.
Farmcrest Foods  3 days ago

Farm Worker
Ferme Belangeoise Enr - Saint-Nicolas, QC
Job Description:  May construct trellises, repair fences and farm buildings, or participate in irrigation activities. Belangeoise, an expert vegetable grower and dry shallot…read more.
Ferme Belangeoise Enr  30+ days ago

General Farm Workers
BRARSTAR Orchards LTD - Summerland, BC - new
Job Description:  BRARSTAR Orchards needs workers for Tree planting, Pruning, Thinning, harvesting cherries, peaches and apples and general farm duties.read more.
BRARSTAR Orchards LTD  2 days ago

farm labourer
Henry J Peters Farms Limited - Thedford, ON - 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.
Henry J Peters Farms Limited  1 day ago

vegetable farm worker
BIOTECH GREENHOUSES LTD. - Redcliff, AB
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma. Fruit and vegetable combination farming. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops. Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities.read more.
BIOTECH GREENHOUSES LTD.  18 days ago

general farm worker
U & K FARM - Richmond, BC - new
Job Description:  Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. No degree, certificate or diploma. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops.read more.
U & K FARM  1 day ago

General Farm Worker
Karwasra Farm - Oliver, BC - new
Job Description:  Duties will include, but are not limited to planting, thinning, weeding, harvesting, sorting and examining produce for quality and preparing for market, other…read more.
Karwasra Farm  3 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

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  30+ days ago

fruit farm labourer
Townsend Fruit Farms Inc - Simcoe, ON
Job Description:  No degree, certificate or diploma. Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities. Ability to distinguish between colours.read more.
Townsend Fruit Farms Inc  23 hours ago

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