Fruit Picking Jobs British Columbia

British Columbia Farm Work - Harvest and Seasonal Jobs

Supported by a resource-based economy, British Columbia thrives along the west coast of Canada with a broad geography and climate. Commonly referred to as BC, the province supports roughly 4.6 million residents. In addition to inhabitants, an impressive number of food products grow and prosper in the region. About 200 agricultural commodities yield a market value of nearly $2.9 billion. While farmers utilize only a measly four percent of land for commercial farming, the province still generates about six percent of the total gross farm receipts in Canada. Of the roughly 20,000 farmsteads spread across around 2.6 million hectares, almost 98 percent remain family-owned and operated, with corporations only owning two percent. Year-round and seasonal employment opportunities consistently become and remain obtainable in the North American territory. More than 6,500 farms, or 33 percent of total farms in the province, report to paying wages and salaries to farmworkers.

Variations in cost of production, growing conditions, and a fluctuating market leads to continuous changes within the agriculture industry. The landscape consists of pastureland, about 50 percent, crops, around 20 percent, and other miscellaneous uses, such as summer fallow and seeded pastures. Over the years, farms specializing in hay, field vegetables, melons, sheep and goats, greenhouse vegetables, poultry and eggs, and fruit and nuts experienced widespread expansion. Declines took place in beef cattle, hog and pig, dairy, nursey, and grain farms. British Columbia entertains the largest amount of acreage for apricots, raspberries, bush blueberries, and sweet cherries in Canada. A little less than 17,000 hectares grow various types of berries and grapes. Approximately 620,000 cattle and calves prosper on farmsteads throughout the province. Other agricultural ventures, such as beekeeping, horses, bison, and organic produce, support the economy, as well.

Bordered by the Pacific Ocean on the west side, British Columbia features rugged coastlines stretching for more than 17,000 miles. Mountainous fjords and uninhabited islands also scatter near the shore. The capital, Victoria, resides on the southeastern tip of Vancouver Island. The narrow strip of island houses a dense population, while the western portions of the territory remain covered by a temperate rainforest. Spectacular scenic views comprise the Coast Mountains and the Inside Passage and offer a lot to the ecotourism industry.

Of the terrain, approximately 75 percent of lands in the province prove mountainous, 60 percent forested, and a sparse amount of arable land at five percent. Merges of the North Pacific Ocean drift and Kuroshio Current give way to a mild oceanic climate, which frequently produces rain. The weather verges on a dry-summer Mediterranean and encounters pockets of subtropical conditions. High mountains shield the interior of the province and provide the area with a semi-arid climate and less than 10 inches of precipitation per year. Average temperatures range from three degrees Fahrenheit in Fort Nelson during winter to 89 degrees Fahrenheit in Osoyoos during summer.

Close to 930,000 individuals find employment in agricultural-related work throughout British Columbia. Of the employees, nearly 545,000 hold year-round positions, while the rest occupy seasonal and temporary job titles. Spreads such as Northern Cherries Inc., located in Oliver, routinely seek migrant workers during harvest times. While most positions remain obtainable seasonally, employees still find generous work benefits. With competitive wages around $10.00 to $11.00 an hour, farm laborers may engage in picking, animal husbandry, machine operation, and general work. Common job titles range from farm worker, tractor operator, and orchard picker to vineyard pruner, animal caretaker, and farm supervisor. Depending on length of employment and occupation, employees earn paid time off, health insurance, and discounts on produce.

Whether an experienced professional or starting in the industry for the first time, candidates locate positions on farmsteads either through online applications or applying directly in person. Ideally, aspirants demonstrate previous farming skills through detailed resumes, which highlight former employers and educational background. Workers should possess reliable transportation and flexible availability. Many larger operations hire dozens of staff members before busy harvests begin, while smaller establishments seek general laborers skilled in several facets of agriculture. Recruiters search for potential employees able to commit seasonally or long-term, physically capable of meeting strenuous duties, and dedicated to the development of successful farmsteads.

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Egg Collector/Farm Worker
Hendrix Genetics Ltd. - Ayr, ON
Job Description: If you have any questions or would like to know more about this vacancy, feel free to call 519-578-2740 or drop us an e-mail directly to this ad.read more.
Hendrix Genetics Ltd. 30+ days ago

Seasonal Environment and Wildlife Monitoring
Arctic Canadian Diamond Company - Northwest Territories
Job Description: Assist full time staff and contractors with daily field work for seasonal environmental and wildlife monitoring programs. About Arctic Canadian Diamond Company.read more.
Arctic Canadian Diamond Company 11 days ago

farm worker, fruit
G.P. Sandher Holdings Ltd - Kelowna, BC
Job Description: Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops. Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities. Combination of sitting, standing, walking.read more.
G.P. Sandher Holdings Ltd 5 days ago

farm worker, hogs
Ferme Jacmi Inc. - Saint-Damase, QC
Job Description: Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities. Combination of sitting, standing, walking. Relocation costs not covered by employer.read more.
Ferme Jacmi Inc. 5 days ago

Farm Worker
Kent Farm Supplies - Blenheim, ON
Job Description: This is a general farm worker employment position on a bovine farm. Full time, seasonal position from March until December. Expected start date: 2022-03-01.read more.
Kent Farm Supplies 11 days ago

Class 1 Drivers (Biofuel) – Valemount/Vavenby, British Columbia
LaPrairie Group - Valemount, BC
Job Description: Camps or Cost of Living Allowance provided. Minimum of 3 years oilfield, bulk haul and/or biofuel hauling experience. Employment Type: *Project-based, Hourly.read more.
LaPrairie Group 6 days ago

Farm Worker
Northland Garlic Inc. - Ayton, ON
Job Description: Weeding, harvesting, trimming, sorting, packing and planting of garlic bulbs. Fast-paced environment, repetitive tasks,, handling heavy loads, physically…read more.
Northland Garlic Inc. 27 days ago

Warehouse Worker (picking)
Agropur - Saint-Hubert, QC
Job Description: Please apply for this job through the Career application of your Workday Home Page. Working at Agropur means being a member of an extended family where…read more.
Agropur 30+ days ago

vegetable packer - farm
Armstrong Top Pack - Leamington, ON
Job Description: Up to 13.5 kg (30 lbs). Public transportation is not available. Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities. Ability to distinguish between colours.read more.
Armstrong Top Pack 18 days ago

Warehouse Worker - $17.80/HR
PepsiCo - Bedford, QC
Job Description: Full Case belt picking and placing. Previous operations experience (or similar) preferred but not required. Outstanding organizational skills as demonstrated by…read more.
PepsiCo 5 days ago

Customer Service Associates - Seasonal positions
Simons - Laval, QC
Job Description: Customer Service Associates - Seasonal positions. Our Customer Service Associates are exceptional people who have a passion for unique fashions and who thrive…read more.
Simons 30+ days ago

HIRING NOW!! Warehouse Clerks
SSENSE - Montréal, QC - new
Job Description: SSENSE is looking for seasonal contract Warehouse Clerks to join our team for a 2-3 month contract at our Distribution Center in Montreal’s Saint-Laurent…read more.
SSENSE 3 days ago

General Farm Worker
Golden Eagle Farms - Pitt Meadows, BC
Job Description: No education or previous work experience required. Golden Eagle Farms is looking for general farm workers available to start between February to November 2022.read more.
Golden Eagle Farms 30+ days ago

General Labourer Canada- Track Maintenance - British Columbia
Loram Maintenance of Way - Fernie, BC
Job Description: Ability to lift tools and equipment of 75lbs or greater. Hours may be longer or shorter depending on operational needs. These are very exciting times for Loram.read more.
Loram Maintenance of Way 11 days ago

Farm Hand/Labourer
Stadnyk Farms - Bruno, SK
Job Description: We are looking for a self motivated individual or couple to help out on our mixed grain and purebred/commercial livestock operation.read more.
Stadnyk Farms 4 days ago

Farm Forepersons
Agricultural Employment Canada - Silver Valley, AB
Job Description: We can provide you with no cost housing on the farm and the tools necessary to do your work well. 1738412 Alberta Ltd is currently seeking persons with good…read more.
Agricultural Employment Canada 30+ days ago

Patrol Person
Government of Alberta - Alberta
Job Description: Forest Technology or Natural Resources education considered an asset. This is a seasonal wages position with weekly hours up to 36.25. $22.99– $28.31 per hour.read more.
Government of Alberta 6 days ago

vegetable farm foreman/woman
Boem Berry Farm - Kingsville, ON
Job Description: Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed. Maintain work records and logs.read more.
Boem Berry Farm 30+ days ago

Labourer - Camp & Flights
Bouchier - Fort McMurray, AB
Job Description: Ability to lift 50 pounds or more. Camp & Flights from Hubs Calgary or Edmonton. CSTS and OSSA Regional Orientation or OSSA BSO (Basic Safety Orientation before…read more.
Bouchier 6 days ago

General Labour - Food Industry
Sargent Farms - Mississauga, ON - new
Job Description: _Feel free to check us out at; www.sargentfarms.ca _or follow us on Facebook; https://www.facebook.com/sargentfarms. Are you dependable, punctual and reliable?read more.
Sargent Farms 3 days ago

Picking & Packing
BlackboxMyCar - Richmond, BC
Job Description: Prepare shipment documents manually or by computer as required. Lifting or moving up to 10lbs may be required. You will be reporting to the Sales Manager.read more.
BlackboxMyCar 4 days ago

Beef Cattle Position
Agricultural Employment Canada - Iron Springs, AB
Job Description: Pen checking, identifying ill or injured animals. Providing necessary treatment or care to all livestock. Ensure cattle have access to adequate feed and water…read more.
Agricultural Employment Canada 11 days ago

Drilling Rig Jobs - Canada
Horizon Drilling - Leduc, AB
Job Description: Looking for full-time seasonal employees to fill the below positions: Horizon Drilling is the 6th largest drilling contractor in Canada with 50 drilling rigs…read more.
Horizon Drilling 27 days ago

vegetable farm foreman/woman
Agriville - Kingsville, ON
Job Description: Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment. Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed. Maintain work records and logs.read more.
Agriville 30+ days ago

Picker and Packer
Innovopak Inc - Mississauga, ON
Job Description: Plastic Products picking and packing. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent. Salary: $16.00-$18.00 per hour.read more.
Innovopak Inc 27 days ago

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Directory of Farms, Orchards, etc in or near British Columbia regions

Note: The information below is simply a list of farms, growers, or orchards in the British Columbia 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.

A and J Farms 26032 16 Ave, Aldergrove, BC V4W 2L4 604-856-4206 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Hazelnuts, Walnuts, Figs, Squash, Grapes, Plums, Tomatoes, Quail, Chicken, Eggs, Lamb	Abby Lane Farm 7233 Mays Rd, Duncan, BC V9L 6A6 250-709-5405 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Pumpkins, Squash, Gourds, Corn, Sunflowers, Eggs
Aldor Acres 8301 252nd St, Langley, BC V4W 1T1 Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Dairy, Pumpkins, Christmas Trees, Apples	Alouette Tree Farm 23083 132nd Ave, Maple Ridge, BC V4R 0A8 604-467-0100 Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Pumpkins, Blueberries, Christmas Trees, Seasonal Vegetables, Seasonal Fruits
ASH Berry Farm 3210 Royston Rd, Courtenay, BC V9N 9R3 250-336-8872 Harvest Time: May - August Main Crops: Strawberries	Bear Hill Blueberry Farm 5939 Bear Hill Rd, Victoria, BC V9E 2J3 250-652-1338 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - August Main Crops: Blueberries
Blue Haven Farm 2046 Idiens Way, Comox, BC V9N 3Y9 250-334-7964 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - August Main Crops: Blueberries	Clingan Blueberry Farm 24576 32 Ave, Langley, BC V2Z 2J5 604-534-7360 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - September Main Crops: Blueberries
Covert Farms Organics 38614 107th St, Oliver, BC V0H 1T0 250-498-2731 Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Potatoes, Beets, Eggplant, Strawberries, Cherries, Grapes, Tomatoes, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables	Davison Orchards Country Village 3111 Davison Road, Vernon, BC V1H 1A2 250-549-3266 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Cherries, Raspberries, Strawberries, Apricots, Peaches, Apples, Beans, Peas, Peppers, Cucumbers, Squash, Pumpkins, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables
Deane Farms 1275 Carson Rd, Grand Forks, BC V0H 1H0 250-442-3400 Harvest Time: April - October Main Crops: Corn, Tomatoes, Peppers, Melons, Bedding Plants, Vegetables Transplants, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables	DFG Blueberries 11071 Blundell Rd, Richmond, BC V6Y 1L4 604-273-5829 [email protected] Harvest Time: June - October Main Crops: Organic Blueberries
Dickinson Family Farm 17208 Bentley Rd, Summerland, BC VOH 1Z3 Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Cherries, Peaches, Plums, Apricots, Pears	Driediger Farms 7361 240th St, Langley, BC V1M 3P8 604-888-1685 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - September Main Crops: Strawberries, Raspberries, Blueberries, Blackberries, Currants
Dudink’s Garden & U-Pick Berry Farm 2219 Gomerich Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9X 1R8 250-740-0302 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Strawberries, Potatoes, Beets, Chard, Spinach, Cabbages, Roses, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables, Nursery Plants	Emma Lea Farms 2727 Westham Island Rd, Delta, BC V4K 3N2 604-946-8216 Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Strawberries, Blueberries, Raspberries, Tayberries, Boysenberries, Blackberries, Beans, Peas, Cabbages, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables
Formosa Nursery 12617 203rd St, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 4A1 604-465-3359 [email protected]ery.com Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Organic Blueberries, Persimmons, Apples, Plums, Grapes, Cherries, Pears, Seasonal Fruits, Nursery Plants, Trees, Shrubs	Forstbauer Family Natural Food Farm 49350 Prairie Central Rd, Chilliwack, BC V2P 6H3 604-794-3999 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Organic Carrots, Beets, Zucchini, Squash, Beans, Cucumbers, Potatoes, Lettuces, Kale, Corn, Chard, Blueberries, Strawberries, Beef, Eggs
Gatzke Orchards 15686 Hwy 97, Oyama, BC V4V 2G4 250-548-3444 Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Peaches, Apples, Strawberries, Blueberries, Seasonal Fruits	Hanna & Hanna Orchards 3181 11th Ave NE, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 2S8 250-832-4574 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Apples, Seasonal Fruits, Nursery Plants
Hoodoo Ranch 9730 Hwy 8, Spences Bridge, BC V0K 2L0 250-458-2441 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Organic Cherries, Apricots, Apples, Pears, Peaches, Seasonal Fruits, Seaosnal Vegetables	Krause Berry Farms 6179 248th St, Langley, BC V4W 1C3 Harvest Time: May - November Main Crops: Strawberries, Blueberries, Raspberries, Blackberries, Beans, Corn, Potatoes
Le Coteau Farms 304 Walton Pl, Victoria, BC V9E 2A4 250-658-5888 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Nursery Plants, Bedding Plants, Trees, Blueberries	Maan Farms 790 McKenzie Road, Abbotsford, BC V2S 7N4 604-864-5723 [email protected] Harvest Time: March - November Main Crops: Blueberries, Strawberries, Seasonal Vegetables, Seasonal Fruits
McClintock’s Farm 3419 Dove Creek Rd, Courtenay, BC V9J 1P3 250-334-4562 Harvest Time: May - August Main Crops: Raspberries, Blueberries	No. 5 BlueBerry Farm 7040 No.5 Rd, Richmond, BC V6Y 2V2 604-836-7888 [email protected] Harvest Time: June - October Main Crops: Organic Blueberries
North Arm Farm 1888 Sea to Sky Hwy 99, Pemberton, BC V0N 2L0 604-894-5379 [email protected] Harvest Time: April - January Main Crops: Apples, Cherries, Plums, Peaches, Apricots, Spinach, Garlic, Squash, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables	Paynter's Fruit Market 3687 Paynter Rd, Westbank, BC V4T 1R1 250-768-7313 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Cherries, Apples, Tomatoes, Peppers, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables
Rondriso Farms 8390 172nd St, Surrey, BC V4N 3G4 604-574-5585 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Beets, Broccoli, Pumpkins, Cabbages, Potatoes, Carrots, Cauliflower, Seasonal Vegetables, Beef	Shamrock Farm 2276 Anderton Rd, Comox-Strathcona B, BC V9M 4B2 250-339-1671 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Lavender, Garlic, Apples, Pumpkins, Honey, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables
Surrey Farms 5180 152nd St, Surrey, BC V3S 0L2 604-574-1390 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Hazelnuts, Plums, Cherries, Onions, Lettuces, Spinach, Zucchini, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables, Flowers, Nursery Plants	The Apple Barn - Taves Family Farm 333 Gladwin Rd, Abbotsford, BC V2T 5Y1 Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Apples, Christmas Trees, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables
Thorncrest Farms 451 Arnold Rd, Abbotsford, BC V3G 1S4 604-852-5736 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Gooseberries, Currants	Vantreight Farms 8277 Central Saanich Rd, Saanichton, BC V8M 1T7 250-652-7777 [email protected] Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Daffodils, Gladiolas, Tulips, Strawberries, Lettuces, Radishes, Squash, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables, Flower Bulbs
Willow View Farms 288 McCallum Rd, Abbotsford, BC V2S 8A2 Harvest Time: Year Round Main Crops: Potatoes, Apples, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables