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Prince Edward Island Picking Jobs |
Prince Edward Island Farm Work - Harvest and Seasonal Jobs
Nicknamed the Garden Province due to its rich soil and abundant farms, Prince Edward Island's dominant industry is agriculture. There are nearly 1,500 crop and livestock farms on approximately 594,000 acres of land across the province. Potatoes represent the most plentiful crop, with 50% of the total agricultural yield, which equates to approximately $200 million CAD annually. Many PEI farms grow wheat, grain corn, oats, barley, and oilseed in rotation with potato crops. The province also produces a diverse array of fruits and vegetables.
Located off the coast of Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island enjoys a milder climate than the Canadian mainland due to the warm waters off the Gulf of St. Lawrence. The spring, summer, and fall months make up the prime farming season, and a combination of warm summers and cool, wet winters create premium growing conditions.
Prince Edward Island farmers generate a varied assortment of crops and raise several breeds of livestock. Blueberries are the most abundant fruit grown, along with strawberries, apples, raspberries, and cranberries. Vegetables also serve as important cash crops. Vegetables grown on local farms include carrots, cabbage, onions, and cauliflower. Forty percent of the island’s farms produce beef. Around 180 dairy farms operate on the island and range in size from 20 to 200 milk-producing cows.
The island consists primarily of small farms; however, several commercial farms also operate there. Larger, modernized farms on Prince Edward Island utilize industrial farming techniques, while the smaller farms still require workers to perform picking jobs. The mix of small, family-owned and commercial farms ensures the availability of both entry-level farm jobs and work for skilled farming professionals. In fact, over three percent of the island's total population live on farms.
Job seekers find both part-time and full-time employment. Fruit and vegetable pickers and canners are common entry-level jobs, and individuals filling these positions generally make $10.50 CAD in hourly wages. Common duties include sorting and packing fruits and vegetables and picking row and orchard crops. Workers also load and unload crates, farming supplies, and produce. Other agricultural jobs requiring additional training or schooling include agronomist, veterinarian, horticulturalist, truck driver, mechanic, and agricultural engineer.
Individuals interested in filling careers in the farming industry should look to the apprenticeship program offered by the PEI Agriculture Sector Council. Funded by a grant, the apprenticeship teaches job hopefuls how to use and maintain farm equipment, food safety, and pesticides, with additional emphasis on soil and nutrient management as well as general farm management. Dedicated workers can visit the council's website to fill out online applications and begin careers in the Prince Edward Island agricultural industry.
Canada Job Listings:
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Farm Operations Technician
Barrich Farms (1994) Ltd. - Saskatoon, SK
Job Description: Farm equipment operation:. Barrich Farms (1994) Ltd. See what our farm is all about:. Our farm offers starting wages commensurate with experience....read more.
Barrich Farms (1994) Ltd. 30+ days ago
Farm Apprentice 2019
Camp Amy Molson - Montréal, QC
Job Description: The Farm Team consists of the Farm Director, Farm Educator, Entrepreneurship Coordinator, and Farm Apprentice....read more.
Camp Amy Molson 30+ days ago
Shipping Team Leader
Roelands Plant Farms Inc. - Lambton Shores, ON
Job Description: The Shipping Team Leader is primarily responsible for overseeing outgoing shipping activities to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and condition of shipments...read more.
Roelands Plant Farms Inc. 13 days ago
Organic Foods Packer Position, Mama Earth (starting at $16/hr)
Mama Earth Organics - Toronto, ON
Job Description: Mama Earth Organics partners with local organic farms and like-minded local businesses and artisans in Toronto....read more.
Mama Earth Organics 17 days ago
BEAR MANAGEMENT TECHNICIAN
Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry - Midhurst, ON
Job Description: 1 Temporary - Seasonal, duration up to 6 months, 2284 Nursery Rd, HWY 26, Midhurst, Central Region. Are you looking for an opportunity to apply your resource...read more.
Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry 5 days ago
Writer/Story Teller
Maan Farms Market and Estate Winery - Abbotsford, BC
Job Description: Maan Farms Market and Estate Winery. Maan Farms is looking for an individual who understands the basics of social media and would like to get their hands dirty...read more.
Maan Farms Market and Estate Winery 8 days ago
Dairy Farm Worker
Mindy Farms Inc. - Lancaster, ON
Job Description: Mindy Farms is a modern dairy farm. Ability to operate tractors and farm machinery is an asset. We are seeking an individual to join our team to help milk, feed...read more.
Mindy Farms Inc. 23 days ago
Dairy Farm Worker
Matt and Sharon Coffey - Arthur, ON
Job Description: Our Dairy operation is a Robotic milking facility. We are looking for an individual that is willing to learn and versitile. Able to work with cows, equipment...read more.
Matt and Sharon Coffey 16 days ago
Information Officers
Alberta Parks - Edmonton, AB
Job Description: These are seasonal positions, 4 months in length (May to September). Responsible for the day-to-day operations of a busy Visitor Centre....read more.
Alberta Parks 9 days ago
General Farm Labourer
Marlie & JanWillem Vanderlip - Dobbinton, ON
Job Description: *Job Summary* Successful candidate must be willing to work in fast paced environment, repetitive tasks, physically demanding, attention to detail, standing...read more.
Marlie & JanWillem Vanderlip 9 days ago
Warehouseperson - Picker/Packer
Ford Motor Company of Canada, Ltd. - Brampton, ON
Job Description: You will be picking, scanning, labeling, packaging and containerizing various automotive parts. Purpose of the Position:....read more.
Ford Motor Company of Canada, Ltd. 27 days ago
Invasive Plant Control Crew Members and Team Leader
Regional District of North Okanagan - Coldstream, BC
Job Description: These are full time, seasonal, positions (40 hours/ week) from approximately April 29, 2019 to August 30, 2019 with a wage rate of $16.17 per hour (Crew Members...read more.
Regional District of North Okanagan 27 days ago
RV Resort - Workamping Couple
Memories RV Resorts - Newgate, BC
Job Description: We are looking for 3 couples who LOVE the RV and seasonal camping lifestyle! Newgatesandyshores.com - 125 seasonal sites with returning families and 25 weekly...read more.
Memories RV Resorts 14 days ago
Farm - Ranch Hand
Future Farms - Innisfail, AB
Job Description: *Farmer - Rancher* opportunity in Central Alberta. *Various duties: * calving cows herd health bedding feeding livestock handling fencing general...read more.
Future Farms 29 days ago
Summer Programs Coordinator and Leader
Pender Island Community Hall - Pender Island, BC
Job Description: Interest or knowledge in heritage, rural or farm life skills. Pender Island Community Hall is now accepting applications for a Summer Programs Coordinator and...read more.
Pender Island Community Hall 13 days ago
Dairy Farm Labourer
Larenwood Farms - Drumbo, ON
Job Description: Larenwood Farms, a progressive dairy operation in a modern free stall barn, is looking to fill a full time position. Experience an asset but not a requirement....read more.
Larenwood Farms 21 days ago
General Farm Labourer
Voisins Family Farm - Formosa, ON
Job Description: Job duties include picking and packing vegetables. Full and part time work available on vegetable farm starting in May till October. No experience necessary....read more.
Voisins Family Farm 5 days ago
Hog Farm worker
Paragon Farms - Kincardine, ON
Job Description: *Job Summary* A Newer farrow to wean operation is looking for motivated individuals to work as a breeding and farrowing technician *Employment: * *- *Full...read more.
Paragon Farms 9 days ago
Children's Library Service Associate (CLSA)
Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library - Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
Job Description: Assist in the promotion of children’s programs and department resources through seasonal brochures, posters and social media....read more.
Niagara-on-the-Lake Public Library 14 days ago
Animal Attendant - Farm
African Lion Safari - Cambridge, ON
Job Description: Operating farm machinery. Candidates should be friendly, outgoing and a team player....read more.
African Lion Safari 20 days ago
Farm Labourer (Seasonal)
Rivers End Farms Ltd. - Creston, BC
Job Description: River’s End Farms Ltd.*. River’s End Farms requires *Farm Labourers*. Tending a cattle farm – Calving, haying, fencing, ditch maintenance. 114 15th Ave....read more.
Rivers End Farms Ltd. 30+ days ago
Order Picker/Packer
Delivurr - Montréal, QC
Job Description: The selected candidate would be responsible for picking and packing online grocery orders. Attention to detail and commitment to high quality are critical to...read more.
Delivurr 5 days ago
HERDSPERSON, Canada Agriculture and Food Museum
Ingenium - Canada's Museums of Science and Innovation - Ottawa, ON
Job Description: Modern farm practices; Experience driving farm equipment. Maintains and operates farm machinery as required; Modern agriculture, agriculture techniques, animal...read more.
Ingenium - Canada's Museums of Science and Innovation 22 days ago
Floral Assistant
Pistl Flowers - Toronto, ON
Job Description: Valentines Seasonal Help Always wanted to work in a face paced, hands on floral Business for the busiest Floral holiday of the year? We are currently...read more.
Pistl Flowers 30+ days ago
Farm Labourer
Vert Nature - Coldstream, BC
Job Description: Vegpro International Inc. is a Canadian leader for the innovation of its agricultural production of baby leaves, salad and vegetables, supplying customers in...read more.
Vert Nature 14 days ago
Directory of Farms, Orchards, etc in or near Prince Edward Island regions
Note: The information below is simply a list of farms, growers, or orchards in the Prince Edward Island 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.
| Arlington Orchards Orchard Lane, Route 167, Arlington, PE C0B 1Y0 902-831-2965 Harvest Time: August - October Main Crops: Apples, Pears, Plums, and Pumpkins |
Balderston's Farm Market 11057 Trans Canada Hwy, Stratford, PE C1B 2R5 902-566-3276 Harvest Time: June - October Main Crops: Strawberries and Blueberries |
| Berry Patch 11860 St Peters Rd, Mt Stewart, PE C0A 1T0 902-676-2945 Harvest Time: June - August Main Crops: Strawberries, Raspberries, and Blueberries |
Blue Acre Farms 15623 Route 14, RR 2, Tignish, PE C0B 2B0 902-882-3410 Harvest Time: August - September Main Crops: Blueberries |
| Coffin’s Berry Farm 2255 Dromore RD Rte. 21 / RR#3, Mount Stewart, PE C0A 1T0 902-6762975 Harvest Time: July - August Main Crops: Strawberries and Raspberries |
Howatt’s Fruit Farm Tyron Point Road, Route 10, Albany, PE C0B 902-658-2170 Harvest Time: July-October Main Crops: Strawberries and Apples |
| I.C. Quality Produce Charlottetown, PE C1A 902-961-2153 Harvest Time: June - August Main Crops: Raspberries |
MacInnis Brothers Farms 5775 St. Peters Rd - Rte. 2, RR 3, St. Peters Bay, PE C0A 2A0 902-61-2599 Harvest Time: July - August Main Crops: Strawberries |
| MacPhee's Orchard Launching Road, Route 311, Woodville Mills, Cardigan, PE C0A 1G0 902-583-3203 Harvest Time: August - October Main Crops: Apples and Pumpkins |
Marten's Market 4458 Murray Harbour Rd - Route 24, RR 3, Belfast, PE C0A 1A0 902-651-2642 Harvest Time: June - September Main Crops: Strawberries, Blueberries, and Raspberries |
| Nabuurs Gardens 4986 Hwy A a Macdonald, Lot 52, PE C0A 902-838-4510 Harvest Time: June - August Main Crops: Strawberries |
Penny’s Farm and Garden 5145 Trans-Canada Highway, Belfast, PE C0A 1A0 902-659-2936 Harvest Time: June - August Main Crops: Strawberries |
| Rennie’s U-pic Weldon Rennie RR #2 Elmsdale, PE C0B 1K0 902-853-2667 Harvest Time: June - August Main Crops: Strawberries |
Ray Stewarts Farm 552 Keppoch Rd, Stratford, PE C1B 2T2 902-569-3451 Harvest Time: June - August Main Crops: Strawberries and Raspberries |
| Veinot's Organic Gardens Route 216, Vernon Bridge, PE C0A 902-651-2092 Harvest Time: June - August Main Crops: Strawberries, Raspberries, and Seasonal Vegetables |
Wheatley’s Raspberries 630 Suffolk Rd, Charlottetown, PE C1A 7J7 902-566-5606 Harvest Time: July - August Main Crops: Raspberries, Blueberries, Blackberries, and Black Currants |
