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Alberta Farm Work - Harvest and Seasonal Jobs
The scenic views of western Canadian province Alberta include snow-capped mountains, far-stretching prairies, desert wildernesses, and lush coniferous forests. As one of the most populous regions of Canada, the area features approximately 4.1 million residents. The province also holds a productive agricultural economy well regarded in the world. Also known as The Princess Province, the territory earns roughly 22 percent of farming cash receipts for the country.
Ranching and farming attracted many early immigrants. Accounting for nearly 30 percent of total farm area in the North American nation, Alberta reserves around 20 million hectares of agricultural based land. As of January 2016, diversity in crop and livestock production allows the industry to thrive. More than 60,000 farm workers participate in the labor force. Expected to expand employment opportunities in the coming years, the workplaces generally hire seasonal farmhands, livestock caretakers, crop pickers, and managers.
The total production of major crops in Alberta amounts to an estimated 19 million tons. Wheat serves as the leading commodity, with about 9 million tons churning out annually, followed by barley and canola. In combination, barley and canola encompass three-fourths of total crop production. Approximately 40 percent of all cattle in Canada reside in Alberta, which amounts to about 5.9 million head. Beef cattle represent a large agriculture sector and yield a little less than $3 billion in farm cash receipts. Hogs also support the economy and comprise roughly 14 percent of swine production in the country. In previous years, provincial support granted farmers $6.6 million to care for sheep, goats, reindeer, elk, and bison. More unique endeavors include beekeeping and manufacturing of lumber, OSB, and plywood from vast northern forests.
Fourth-largest province after Quebec, Ontario, and British Columbia, Alberta spans 255,500 square miles. The capital city, Edmonton, remains centrally located. For the most part, the province maintains adequate water resources with numerous rivers and lakes. The northern portion contains boreal forests, while the southern quarter consists of mostly prairie. The dry continental climate results in warm summers and cold winters. Often, the cold artic systems from the north create extreme seasonal conditions. Minimum temperatures may creep down to -65 degrees Fahrenheit in January but increase to 104 degrees Fahrenheit in July. The Rocky Mountains region may collect as much as 24 inches of precipitation, including snowfall, annually, as well.
Occupations within the agriculture industry range from farm workers and dairy producers to greenhouse operators, animal care attendants, and beekeepers. The average worker remains between 25 and 54 years old and men substantially dominate the industry statically. Depending on the job title, staff members stand eligible to acquire exceptional benefits and competitive salary options. A general farm worker typically enjoys salary packages of $15.00 and $21.00 an hour. Farm supervisors garner slightly higher incomes due to experience and education of $16.00 and $22.00 per hour. On the other hand, consultants and specialist garner even high hourly wages of $32.00 to $43.00. Employment benefits may include health insurance, paid time off, discount on produce, and 401(k) retirement plans. Ideally, applicants should expect to work long hours, possess at least 6 months of farming experience, and hold the proper educational background.
Active job hunters find work on large- and small-scale operations by preparing detailed resumes. Each farmstead offers a unique hiring practice, which may include arriving in person or submitting online application forms. In particular, Rockridge Dairy, located in Ponoka, Alberta, processes whole natural dairy products, including both goat and cow cheese and milk. The farm routinely hires dairymen to provide care and milk the animals. Candidates contact hiring managers by email, phone, or arriving in person. Located near Camrose, Alberta, Weyga Farming Ltd. produces high-quality grain. The company seeks seasonal migrant workers to aid in the harvesting and production of wheat. Approximately 80 percent, or roughly 13,000 individuals, work for establishments which employ 20 or less workers. About 20 percent of farm laborers receive employment from operations with between 20 and 99 staff members.
Canada Job Listings:
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Backpackers/ Pickers
Jealous Fruits - Kelowna, BC
Job Description: This base piece rate maybe subjected to an increase after we review our crop and projected harvest tonnage in June. Job Type: Full Time- Seasonal Contract.read more.
Jealous Fruits 4 months ago
Cannabis Agricultural Worker
Green Team Solutions Inc. - Lillooet, BC
Job Description: Working outdoors on a cannabis farm. \*Manual dexterity and motor coordination; good eye-hand coordination. \*Assist with harvesting, post-harvest production,…read more.
Green Team Solutions Inc. 7 days ago
farm worker, vegetables
Veenstra Enterprises LTD - Taber, AB
Job Description: Education: No degree, certificate or diploma Experience: Experience an asset Work site environment Outdoors Tasks Harvest crops Transportation/travel…read more.
Veenstra Enterprises LTD 19 days ago
Tree Planter
Bartram Woodlands - Guelph, ON
Job Description: Demanding outdoor or farm labour experience. Forestry Technician diploma or related education. High-performance fitness training or organized sports training.read more.
Bartram Woodlands 6 hours ago
organic Vegetable farm Worker
4 Elements Farm - Lake Country, BC
Job Description: Job activities include a variety of tasks including; transplanting, mechanical weeding, operation of hand held power tools, hand weeding, harvesting, hand…read more.
4 Elements Farm 30+ days ago
Seasonal Farm Labourer/Operator
Cavendish Farms - O'Leary, PE
Job Description: Please Note: A clean criminal background check and drug screen will be required prior to starting work. No previous experience required - training provided.read more.
Cavendish Farms 7 days ago
farm worker, fruit
SRE Enterprises - Pitt Meadows, BC
Job Description: Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops. Hours: 40 hours per week.read more.
SRE Enterprises 20 days ago
apple picker
THE GROVE ORCHARD AND U-PICK - Cornwall, PE
Job Description: Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Load, unload and transfer crates, supplies and farm produce, livestock and poultry. Pick row and orchard crops.read more.
THE GROVE ORCHARD AND U-PICK 6 hours ago
Poultry Farm Worker
Atlantic Poultry Inc. - Burtts Corner, NB
Job Description: Employment Status: Permanent Full-Time*. _Atlantic Poultry Incorporated (API) provides high quality poultry products to customers throughout NB, NS, PEI and NL.read more.
Atlantic Poultry Inc. 12 days ago
Seasonal Farm Labourer
Island Holdings Limited - New Annan, PE
Job Description: Driver’s License (issued by Canadian province or territory). No experience required, however mechanical aptitude and previous experience working in farm…read more.
Island Holdings Limited 18 days ago
Full time Housekeeper
Flying U Ranch - Cariboo, BC
Job Description: Applicants must reside in Canada or already have an valid work visa before applying. Experience is not necessary as we can provide the training.read more.
Flying U Ranch 14 days ago
farm workers supervisor
Sarabha Agriculture Farms LTD - Chilliwack, BC
Job Description: Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years.read more.
Sarabha Agriculture Farms LTD 30+ days ago
farm worker, general
Ikendale Farms Ltd. - Walkerton, ON
Job Description: Education: No degree, certificate or diploma Experience: Experience an asset Tasks Monitoring animal health Feed and tend animals Milk cows Clean stables,…read more.
Ikendale Farms Ltd. 6 hours ago
farm workers supervisor
JASWINDER SINGH MALHI - Kelowna, BC
Job Description: Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years.read more.
JASWINDER SINGH MALHI 30+ days ago
Dishwasher
Forage Catering - Whistler, BC
Job Description: Wash dishes, glassware, etc., by hand when necessary. Whistler, BC V8E 1H2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required).read more.
Forage Catering 5 hours ago
Farm Worker
Randy Bohun farms - Richard, SK
Job Description: We are currently seeking a Full-time Grain Farm Worker on our 10,500 acre farm starting immediately. The successful candidate must be able to operate and…read more.
Randy Bohun farms 30+ days ago
Farm Hand/Labourer
Ste. Anne's Spa - Trenton, ON
Job Description: Property upkeep at farm and spa. Canadian Citizenship or Canadian Work Permit (required). Mentor and support all of your peers when they are new or need…read more.
Ste. Anne's Spa 6 days ago
farm worker
Di Ciocco Farms Eastside Inc - Leamington, ON
Job Description: Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops. Detect disease and health problems in crops, livestock and poultry. Examine produce for quality and prepare for market.read more.
Di Ciocco Farms Eastside Inc 6 hours ago
farm workers supervisor
Toor Labour Contracting Ltd. - Abbotsford, BC
Job Description: Co-ordinate and supervise the work of general farm workers and harvesting labourers. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years.read more.
Toor Labour Contracting Ltd. 4 days ago
General Farm Hand
Saunders Farm Inc - Munster, ON
Job Description: 50% discount on farm food while you are working. Free passes to the farm for friends & family (2). Job type: Seasonal part-time or full-time.read more.
Saunders Farm Inc 10 days ago
Seasonal Warehouse Team Member
Amazon.com - Ottawa, ON
Job Description: High school, GED, or equivalent diploma. Candidates must be 18 years or older for safety purposes. Overnight, Early Morning, Day, Evening, Weekend.read more.
Amazon.com 30+ days ago
Seasonal Warehouse Team Members
Amazon Warehouse - Bolton, ON
Job Description: Candidates must be 18 years or older for safety purposes. Overnight, Early Morning, Day, Evening, Weekend. From flexible, part-time roles to full-time, fixed…read more.
Amazon Warehouse 8 days ago
general farm worker
Davenport Family Dairy Inc - Owen Sound, ON
Job Description: Clean stables, barns, barnyards and pens. Examine produce for quality and prepare for market. Maintain work records and logs. Hours: 35 to 40 hours per week.read more.
Davenport Family Dairy Inc 6 hours ago
fruit farm worker
B & J Berry Farm Ltd - Abbotsford, BC
Job Description: Education: No degree, certificate or diploma. Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Load, unload and transfer crates, supplies and farm produce,…read more.
B & J Berry Farm Ltd 30+ days ago
Seasonal Propane Delivery Driver
Ultimate Home Comfort - Halifax, NS - new
Job Description: The Selected candidate will already have Their 300-1 Propane Delivery credentials and at least Air Brakes endorsement along with a clean drivers abstract for…read more.
Ultimate Home Comfort 1 hour ago
Directory of Farms, Orchards, etc in or near Alberta regions
Note: The information below is simply a list of farms, growers, or orchards in the Alberta area. Being listed below does not necessarily mean that they are currently looking to hire labor. You should contact them to inquire about employment availabilities.
| Berry Ridge Orchard Site 10, RR 4, Edmonton, AB T5E 5S7 780-916-0244 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - August Main Crops: Saskatoons, Currants, Chokecherries |
Billyco Junction Gardens 40110 RR 260, Lacombe, AB T4L 2N4 403-782-4263 Harvest Time: April - October Main Crops: Flowers, Strawberries, Raspberries, Saskatoons, Apples, Honeyberries, Cherries, Currants, Chokecherries, Rhubarb, Potatoes, Peas, Kale, Corn, Herbs, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables |
| Broxburn Vegetables & Cafe Site 26, RR 8, Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P4 403-327-0909 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Cucumbers, Eggplant, Lettuces, Beans, Strawberries, Raspberries, Cauliflower, Onions, Herbs, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables |
Dunvegan Gardens – The Farm 128 Garden Ln, Fort McMurray, AB T9H 5N4 780-791-4363 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Nursery Plants, Bedding Plants, Herbs, Vegetable Plants, Fruit Plants, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables |
| Eagle Creek Farms 34532 RR 14, Bowden, AB T0M 0K0 877-224-3939 [email protected] Harvest Time: June -October Main Crops: Beets, Carrots, Parsnips, Onions, Radishes, Seasonal Vegetables, Sunflowers, Flowers |
Gone Green Farms RR 2 Westerose, AB T0C 2V0 780-312-6073 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables, Beef, Poultry, Pork, Eggs |
| Happy Acres 52225 RR 273, Spruce Grove, AB T7X 3R6 780-968-0099 [email protected] Harvest Time: April - October Main Crops: Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables, Honey, Eggs |
Horse Hill Berry Farm 3203-211 Ave NE, Edmonton, AB T5Y 6P1 780-456-4930 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - August Main Crops: Raspberries |
| Kayben Farms Site 2, RR 2, Okotoks, AB T1S 1A2 403-938-2857 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Nursery Plants, Garden Plants, Trees, Currants, Strawberries |
Meadow Creek Farms RR 1, Waskatenau, AB T0A 3P0 780-650-2047 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Seasonal Vegetables, Beef, Pork, Poultry |
| Mountain View Berry Farm Site 3, RR 4, Olds, AB T4H 1T8 403-556-6355 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - September Main Crops: Saskatoons, Cherries |
Pearson's Berry Farm RR 1, Bowden, AB T0M 0K0 403-224-3011 Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Saskatoons, Rhubarb, Strawberries, Currants, Chokecherries, Raspberries, Seasonal Fruits |
| Pipestone Berry Farm RR 2, Millet, AB TOC 1Z0 780-387-7486 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - September Main Crops: Saskatoons, Honeyberries, Raspberries, Seasonal Fruits |
Poplar Hollows Berry Farm Hughenden, AB T0B 2E0 780-856-2121 [email protected] Harvest Time: April - September Main Crops: Saskatoons, Strawberries, Apples, Raspberries, Rhubarb |
| Prairie Perfect Orchards RR 3, Innisfail, AB T4G 1T8 403-227-1301 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Cherries, Honeyberries, Apples, Seasonal Fruits |
Red Lodge U-Pick Site 7, RR 1, Bowden, AB T0M 0K0 403-224-2425 Harvest Time: May - September Main Crops: Cherries, Strawberries, Raspberries |
| Roy’s Raspberries 26421 Hwy 16A, Acheson, AB T7X 5B1 780-962-3959 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - August Main Crops: Raspberries |
Serviceberry Farms Site 23, RR 2, Strathmore, AB T1P 1K5 403-934-2412 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - September Main Crops: Strawberries |
| Solstice Berry Farm RR2, Crossfield, AB T0M 0S0 403-946-4759 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - August Main Crops: Saskatoons |
Staniforth Summerberry Farm RR 3, Eckville, AB T0M 0X0 403-746-3681 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - August Main Crops: Raspberries, Currants, Gooseberries, Rhubarb |
| Stevens Strawberries Hwy 13 and Hwy 2, Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 0V7 780-352-2924 Harvest Time: June- September Main Crops: Strawberries |
Summer's Gold 71309 RR 260, Crooked Creek, AB T0H 0Y0 780-957-2911 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Strawberries, Raspberries, Potatoes, Peas, Beans, Carrots, Cucumbers, Lettuces, Radishes, Corn, Pumpkins, Cabbages |
| The Berry Farm (at Christie’s Corner) 52002 RR 232, Sherwood Park, AB T8B 1K1 780-918-3221 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Sea Buckthorn, Apples, Pumpkins, Apricots, Cherries, Plums, Saskatoons, Plums, Strawberries, Flowers, Nursery Plants, Honey |
The Crossing Farms The Battle River Crossing, Galahad, AB T0C 1R0 780-583-2281 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Organic Saskatoons, Alfalfa, Oats, Canola |
| The Garden of Van Ee-den Range 16 Road 2, Rosemary, AB T0J 2W0 403-378-4420 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Strawberries, Raspberries, Seasonal Vegetables, Flowers |
The Jungle Farm RR 3, Innisfail, AB T4G 1T8 403-227-4231 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Grains, Strawberries, Pumpkins, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables |
| The Saskatoon Farm RR 1, DeWinton, AB T0L 0X0 403-938-6245 Harvest Time: April - October Main Crops: Nursery Plants, Garden Plants, Saskatoons, Chokecherries |
