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Newfoundland and Labrador Farm Work - Harvest and Seasonal Jobs
Composed of the island Newfoundland and a large mainland, Labrador, the combination makes up a province in easterly Canada. Though the region lacks fertile soil and maintains short growing seasons, agriculture in Newfoundland and Labrador continues to steadily expand. Aquaculture also thrives in the coastal province with cod and shellfish (crab and shrimp) reigning supreme in the market. Poultry, dairy, local vegetables, fruits, and wild berries act as primary commodities in the relatively listless marketplace. The industry yields approximately $500 million CAD annually in sales. To meet demands, over 6,500 employees work directly and indirectly in agriculture. Employment hunters readily acquire job titles of migrant worker, picker, dairyman, general laborer, and fisherman.
The region remains home to roughly 550 farmsteads, which accounts for less than one percent of the nearly 230,000 farms in Canada. Each operation averages about 160 acres of land, with the whole industry utilizing around 90,000 acres. Specifically, cropland used for field crops, vegetables, fruits, nursery, and sod accounts for a little more than 22,500 acres. Approximately seven percent of farms report organic production with close to 50 certified establishments. Corn and barley occupy more than 1,800 areas of terrain. About 6,000 head of dairy cows reside in Newfoundland and Labrador. Other livestock and alternative animals include sheep and lambs, mink, and foxes.
Resting in northeastern North America, Newfoundland and Labrador occupy two separate geographical regions. Together, the provincial territories absorb about four percent of the total land area in Canada. A mixture of mineral soils, bogs, rock outcrops, barrens, and bodies of water appear in Newfoundland. Very coarse and stony soil inhabits upland barrens, while boreal forests spread out across the land. Favorable agricultural conditions appear along elevated ridges, coastal lowlands, and river terraces. Labrador consists of islands, coves, fjords, barrens, and river valleys. Broadly, Newfoundland boasts a humid continental climate influenced by the sea. On the other hand, Southern Labrador maintains a subarctic climate and Northern Labrador receives classification as a polar tundra. The regions experience temperatures as chilling as -27 degree Celsius in January and as warm as 23 degrees Celsius in July.
In the agricultural industry, job seekers frequently find entry-level employment on a seasonal to year-round basis. Glenview Farm in St. John's routinely looks for multiple aspirants to fill dairy farm work opportunities. With only one to six months of experience required, individuals earn attractive salary packages of $12.50 CAD an hour. Employees operate and maintain farm machinery, feed animals, clean stables, milk cows, and write daily progress reports. Physically demanding positions require 60- to 70-hour work weeks and heavy, repetitive lifting. Another farm, J & C Sod Farm in Bay Bulls, also hires applicants on a seasonal basis to assist with planting and harvesting crops, cleaning stables, and managing livestock and poultry. The opportunities pay almost $11.00 CAD an hour and offer staff suitable accommodations. Common of openings, candidates should demonstrate flexibility, the ability to work in teams, and stay well-organized.
Thousands of staff members ensure the success of the agricultural industry in Newfoundland and Labrador. Demands for farm laborers, dairymen, aquaculture technicians, pickers, migrant workers, machine operators, and managers lend to a flourishing field. Typical pay rates for entry-level job titles begin at $10.00 to $13.00 CAD and may include room and board accommodations. Aspirants should arrive in person to farms local in the area and speak directly with management or owners. A polished resume highlighting experience and related skill sets goes a long way in securing interviews. Occasionally, contenders may locate positions online and send resumes via email or submit an online application form.
Canada Job Listings:
Jobs 2 thru 26 of 10462 results.
Farm Hand/Labourer
Toprock Farms Ltd. - Perth, ON
Job Description: Dairy Farm seeking reliable general farm labourer /dairy herdsperson. Operate and Maintain Farm Machinery and Equipment. Duties include but not limited to:read more.
Toprock Farms Ltd. 5 days ago
Seasonal Gift Basket Assembly & Packaging
The Gift Group - Scarborough, ON - new
Job Description: \*\*This is a full time Seasonal position\*\**. We are looking for individuals who are creative and energetic. Packaging tasks are also part of the job.read more.
The Gift Group 1 day ago
Gift Basket Assembly & Packaging
The Gift Group - Scarborough, ON
Job Description: \*\*This is a full time Seasonal position\*\**. We are looking for individuals who are creative and energetic. Packaging tasks are also part of the job.read more.
The Gift Group 4 days ago
Warehouse Operator
AGRIS Co-operative Ltd - Cottam, ON
Job Description: Are you looking for a hands-on opportunity supporting local farms and farm families in your community to expand their participation in the Agri-Food Value Chain…read more.
AGRIS Co-operative Ltd 13 days ago
greenhouse worker
Klassen Greenhouse Farms Inc. - Cottam, ON
Job Description: No degree, certificate or diploma. Up to 45 kg (100 lbs). Report signs of insect or disease damage. Assist in pruning trees, shrubs and plants.read more.
Klassen Greenhouse Farms Inc. 30+ days ago
Farm Labourer
Hendrix Genetics Ltd. - St. George Brant, ON
Job Description: As a Farm Labourer you will be working with team members in egg collection, completing general barn duties which involves feeding and bedding, maintaining and…read more.
Hendrix Genetics Ltd. 30+ days ago
Horse care and barn worker full or part time
Grass Stables - Greater Toronto Area, ON
Job Description: Grass Stables is looking to hire. We are a boarding facility located at 2000 Davis Drive West, King On. We offer a great working environment, quality equipment…read more.
Grass Stables 14 days ago
Contact Centre Associate
The YMCA of Greater Toronto - Toronto, ON - new
Job Description: Flexibility regarding assigned work schedule (shifts will be afternoons and evenings, with seasonal summer weekend work). Knowledge of CLASS system is an asset.read more.
The YMCA of Greater Toronto 3 days ago
Farm Hand/Maintenance Person for Horse Farm
Carousel Ridge Ltd - Sherwood Park, AB
Job Description: Busy horse farm is looking for a reliable person to work full time. Position is starting January 1 2020 and will finish June 30 2020 to cover a maternity leave.read more.
Carousel Ridge Ltd 25 days ago
farm manager
Log Barn 1912 - Armstrong, BC
Job Description: Manage overall operation of farm. Maintain farm machinery, equipment and buildings. 2 years to less than 3 years. Automated manure handling or storage system.read more.
Log Barn 1912 10 hours ago
Temporary Holiday Market Booth Manager
The G.O.o.D Sweets - Toronto, ON
Job Description: This is a seasonal position with the possibility of being hired on as permanent staff afterward.. Do you love the magic of the Holidays?!read more.
The G.O.o.D Sweets 15 days ago
General Production - Full Time - London, ON.
Cargill - London, ON
Job Description: Execute day-to-day activities including but not limited to, cutting, packaging, picking, sorting & moving product. While performing the duties of.read more.
Cargill 13 months ago
CLERK I - PARKS
City of Brampton - Brampton, ON
Job Description: Records applications and co-ordinates the recruitment of part time seasonal staff. Exciting things are happening at the City of Brampton.read more.
City of Brampton 7 days ago
Intake Assistant
MEOW Foundation - Calgary, AB
Job Description: Driving to and from veterinary appointments and foster homes, setting and picking up humane traps, receiving food and litter shipments and extra care and…read more.
MEOW Foundation 27 days ago
Seasonal Help - Printed Photo Products Group - Weekend Shifts
FUJIFILM - Mississauga, ON
Job Description: We are currently accepting resumes for seasonal help working at the Fujifilm Canada location in Mississauga where we produce these fun and creative products…read more.
FUJIFILM 30+ days ago
farm manager
King Cole Ducks Limited - Newmarket, ON
Job Description: Manage overall operation of farm. Maintain farm machinery, equipment and buildings. Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.read more.
King Cole Ducks Limited 11 days ago
Part Time Warehouse Worker
Pet Valu - Toronto, ON
Job Description: Mastery premiums for achieving and maintaining high picking standards. Select stock according to store order sheet picking and packing instructions.read more.
Pet Valu 30+ days ago
General Farm Labourer
Gatzke Orchard - Lake Country, BC
Job Description: _Seasonal Farm Labourer beginning May 2020_. _\*Previous experience picking is an asset_. _Gatzke Orchard is a Heritage Farm located in Lake Country BC.read more.
Gatzke Orchard 30+ days ago
Seasonal Sales Associate (DAY TIME ONLY)
Bath & Body Works (Squareone) - Mississauga, ON
Job Description: This is for a seasonal (contract) holiday sales associate starting Nov to January. We are looking for mature individuals who loves customer service.read more.
Bath & Body Works (Squareone) 17 days ago
farm supervisor
Canadian Nature Roots LTD. - Stratford, PE
Job Description: Ensure farm safety and bio-security procedures are followed. Co-ordinate and supervise the work of general farm workers and harvesting labourers.read more.
Canadian Nature Roots LTD. 30+ days ago
Farm Worker/Labourer
Foothills Nurseries LTD. - Indus, AB
Job Description: Outdoor Farm Work, Physically Fit Required. Related Farm Tasks, Straightening Trees and Staking. Seasonal From April to November 2020, Mon-Fri 44 Hours a week.read more.
Foothills Nurseries LTD. 30+ days ago
Part Time Seasonal Delivery Walkers
UPS Canada - Edmonton, AB
Job Description: Is currently looking for *Seasonal Part-time Delivery Walkers *within the City of Edmonton and surrounding areas including St.read more.
UPS Canada 11 days ago
Associate Scientist - Drug Discovery
Nuvis Technologies Inc. - Mississauga, ON
Job Description: Should be able to independently process Cryo-EM data including particle picking, 2D image classification, re-construction of 3-D images and refinement using…read more.
Nuvis Technologies Inc. 18 days ago
FRUIT FARM LABOURER
RICCIARDELLI ORCHARDS LTD. - Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
Job Description: Starting March 2020 to September 2020, seasonal full-time positions for tender stone fruit and strawberry farm. No degree, diploma or certificate required.read more.
RICCIARDELLI ORCHARDS LTD. 30+ days ago
manager, greenhouse
Albuna Plant Farm - Cottam, ON
Job Description: No degree, certificate or diploma. Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.). Chemical application certificate or licence.read more.
Albuna Plant Farm 30+ days ago
Directory of Farms, Orchards, etc in or near Newfoundland regions
Note: The information below is simply a list of farms, growers, or orchards in the Newfoundland 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.
| Campbellton Berry Farm Campbellton, NL A0G 1L0 709-261-2739 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - August Main Crops: Strawberries, Raspberries |
GROWDAT Farms Rt 80, Heart’s Content, NL A0B 1Z0 Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Hay, Strawberries, Seasonal Fruits, Seasonal Vegetables |
| Lomond’s U-Pick Steady Brook Province, NL A2H 2N2 709-634-6456 Harvest Time: May - August Main Crops: Strawberries, Raspberries |
The Organic Farm 42 Churchill's Rd, Portugal Cove-St. Phillip's, NL A1M 2P6 709-895-2884 [email protected] Harvest Time: May - October Main Crops: Beets, Potatoes, Seasonal Vegetables, Seasonal Fruits |
| Woodwy Berry Farms Reidsville, Deer Lake, NL A0K 2E0 709-635-3409 Harvest Time: May - September Main Crops: Seasonal Fruits |
