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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:
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Cattle Ranch/Feedlot/Farm Hand
Hegedys Ranching Ltd. - Acme, AB
Job Description: We are a family cattle ranch, feedlot and farm operation looking to hire positions in our animal health area.read more.
Hegedys Ranching Ltd. 20 hours ago
Farm Manager (Crossfield, AB)
Highline Mushrooms - Crossfield, AB
Job Description: Leadership Role at Mushroom Farm: 1 - 3 years Farm Management Experience required. 1 - 3 years Leadership Role at a Mushroom Farm Experience required.read more.
Highline Mushrooms 20 days ago
Field Farm Associate
AgCall - Killam, AB - new
Job Description: Obtain grower information, farm information, applicable invoices, and release forms. Have their own vehicle and be willing to travel 1-2 hours for farm visits.read more.
AgCall 2 days ago
Farm Equipment Operator
Elmido Farms Ltd. - Chilliwack, BC
Job Description: Feeding Dairy Cattle TMR – Operating Feeding Tractor and Mixer Wagon. Must be able to back up large equipment. Field Work – May require occasional travel.read more.
Elmido Farms Ltd. 5 days ago
Farm Hand/Labourer
Harvest Hill Farms - Trochu, AB
Job Description: Looking for hardworking, motivated, young individuals for our large grain farm operation that farms in both Alberta and Saskatchewan.read more.
Harvest Hill Farms 28 days ago
MODEL CALL – St. John’s, Newfoundland
Eclipse Stores - St. John's, NL
Job Description: Eclipse is seeking fresh faces to model clothing for its online shopping website (eclipsestores.com), advertising campaigns and in-store displays.read more.
Eclipse Stores 30+ days ago
General Farm Worker (Seasonal Farm Labour (8431)
Rocky Mountain Show Jumping LTD - De Winton, AB
Job Description: Haying equipment, Farm truck, Manure spreader, Tractor, Loader, Irrigation pumps and equipment. Feed and tend horses for Show Jumping competition, Operate and…read more.
Rocky Mountain Show Jumping LTD 30+ days ago
Farm & Ranch Hand Wanted
Graham Farms - Invermay, SK
Job Description: Looking for Part-time/seasonal/possible full-time farm & ranch hand on our mixed farm in East Central Saskatchewan. Farm is located just south of Invermay, SK.read more.
Graham Farms 19 days ago
Farm Customer Service Representative
AgCall - Melfort, SK - new
Job Description: Obtain grower information, farm information, applicable invoices, and release forms. Have their own vehicle and be willing to travel 1-2 hours for farm visits.read more.
AgCall 2 days ago
farm manager
Highline Mushrooms West Limited - Crossfield, AB
Job Description: Manage overall operation of farm. Maintain farm machinery, equipment and buildings. 1 year to less than 2 years. Maintain financial and production records.read more.
Highline Mushrooms West Limited 24 days ago
Horse farm l/f Saturday morning barn help
Vivian Ridge Farm - Newmarket, ON - new
Job Description: Please send details of your experience to the farm. Horse farm located close to Newmarket is looking for Saturday morning barn help.read more.
Vivian Ridge Farm 3 days ago
Seasonal Zookeeper
Indian River Reptile Zoo - Asphodel-Norwood, ON
Job Description: This position will work effectively and cooperatively with other sanctuary and Management staff to perform the duties necessary to ensure the care of animals…read more.
Indian River Reptile Zoo 7 days ago
Fishing and Eco-Tour Guide
Sund's Lodge - Sointula, BC
Job Description: The position is seasonal full-time position operating 7 days a week during summer fishing season. Fishing and Eco-Tourism Guide Wanted*.read more.
Sund's Lodge 30+ days ago
Fishing Lodge hiring Nanny/Lodge Floater
Arctic Lodges - Reindeer Lake, SK
Job Description: Seasonal position beginning early June - early September (can finish earlier should you be a student). Try something new this summer!read more.
Arctic Lodges 7 days ago
Animal Attendants-Farm
African Lion Safari - Ontario
Job Description: Duties can include cleaning & disinfecting animal quarters, handling hay & grain products to assist in feeding livestock, assisting in repairs of fencing and…read more.
African Lion Safari 15 months ago
Seasonal Shutdown Drivers/Operators
Clean Harbors - St. John's, NL
Job Description: \*\*\*Clean Harbors Hiring Event February 20 - 22 in St John's, NL\*\*\**. Our Edmonton location is currently looking for Seasonal Shutdown Drivers/Operators to…read more.
Clean Harbors 13 days ago
Seasonal Equipment Operator
Municipal District of Lesser Slave River - Slave Lake, AB - new
Job Description: The Municipal District of Lesser Slave River requires 2 Equipment Operators for the period of May to October 2020 to operate truck, pup, and tandem trailers,…read more.
Municipal District of Lesser Slave River 3 days ago
Seasonal Landfill Labourer
City of Calgary - Calgary, AB - new
Job Description: If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary.read more.
City of Calgary 3 days ago
Seasonal Gardener
City of Calgary - Calgary, AB
Job Description: Directing the work of Parks Workers and Labourers, Seasonal Gardeners complete and assign a variety of horticultural tasks which could include:read more.
City of Calgary 6 days ago
Farm Manager(NOC 0821)
Friendship Specialty Mushroom Farm Ltd - Chilliwack, BC - new
Job Description: Maintain farm machinery,equipment and inventory. Purchase inventories and needful supplies for the farm. Manage the overall operation of the farm.read more.
Friendship Specialty Mushroom Farm Ltd 1 day ago
Poultry Farm Manager
Great Lakes Poultry - Wingham, ON
Job Description: Operate and maintain farm machinery. Managing 4-6 hourly farm workers. Mechanical aptitude, specifically regarding farm equipment. Hours and Days of Work*.read more.
Great Lakes Poultry 27 days ago
DECKHAND
City of Toronto - Toronto, ON
Job Description: Rotating schedule, must be able to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Under the supervision of the Captain, the Deckhand is required to perform duties of a…read more.
City of Toronto 25 days ago
Farm Equipment Operator/worker
Varin Farms - Balgonie, SK
Job Description: Maintaining farm yards and land. Past farm experience is an asset. Operating highly advanced and innovative farm equipment.read more.
Varin Farms 8 days ago
Rodent Farm Helper
Reptile Feeders - Norwood, ON
Job Description: Reptile Feeders is looking for a rodent farmer in our rodent department. We need someone reliable and motivated, that is a great communicator.read more.
Reptile Feeders 29 days ago
Grain Farm Worker
6S Grains Ltd - Rimbey, AB - new
Job Description: 2 years Grain Farm Experience *. Job is seasonal full time. We are currently looking for *Grain Farm Workers*, seasonal, full time to *assist with planting and…read more.
6S Grains Ltd 1 day 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 |
