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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:
Jobs 2 thru 26 of 11066 results.
farm worker, fruit
G.P. Sandher Holdings Ltd - Kelowna, BC
Job Description: Equipment and Machinery Experience Fruit harvester Type of Crops Apples Cherries Specific Skills Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops Harvest crops Work Site…read more.
G.P. Sandher Holdings Ltd 11 days ago
Seasonal Farm Workers
Agricultural Employment Canada - Keremeos, BC
Job Description: Duties Operate farm equipment in orchard Harvest fruit Administer pesticides. Fertilizer, etc Pruning of trees Educational Requirements None Experience…read more.
Agricultural Employment Canada 30+ days ago
Farm Forman
Agricultural Employment Canada - Fort Macleod, AB - new
Job Description: Milking. Cow and calf health care. Hoof trimming. Feeding, bedding and cleaning. Heat detection. Hauling manure. Mixing rations. Field work, seeding and…read more.
Agricultural Employment Canada 3 days ago
grain farm worker
Monette Farms Ltd. - Swift Current, SK
Job Description: Specific Skills Plant, cultivate and irrigate crops Perform general farm duties Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment Harvest crops Fertilize and…read more.
Monette Farms Ltd. 30+ days ago
Greenhouse worker
Graham's Farm Market - Minden Hills, ON
Job Description: Grahams Farm Market is looking to hire a greenhouse manager and worker for the upcoming season. We are a sustainable tomato farm located in Minden, Ontario…read more.
Graham's Farm Market 9 days ago
egg packer - farm
Atlantic Poultry Inc. - Berwick, NS
Job Description: Type of Farm Operations Poultry and egg production Transportation/Travel Information Own transportation Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities Fast-paced…read more.
Atlantic Poultry Inc. 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. Seeking persons that can live in Northern Rural area and have…read more.
Agricultural Employment Canada 30+ days ago
Farm Worker (NOC 8431)
Circle D Ranch - Ibex Valley, YT
Job Description: For the haskap berry picking season you will assist with managing Upickers and wwoofers. Ibex Valley, YT Full Time.read more.
Circle D Ranch 30+ days ago
Farm Hand/Labourer
Stadnyk Farms - Bruno, SK
Job Description: Duties would include but not limited to: daily feeding and chores of cow herd, processing and herd health, hauling livestock and grain, operating tractors and…read more.
Stadnyk Farms 9 days ago
Farm Worker
Two Beets Farm - L'ange Gardien, QC
Job Description: Access to a weekly basket of vegetables from the farm ($25 worth). L'Ange-Gardien, QC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred).read more.
Two Beets Farm 4 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.read more.
Arctic Canadian Diamond Company 16 days ago
Warehouse Jobs
Giftcraft - Brampton, ON
Job Description: Secondary school diploma or relevant work experience. Working in any of our *Warehouse Jobs* will require you to understand and commit to our safety guidelines,…read more.
Giftcraft 6 hours ago
Farm Worker
Kent Farm Supplies - Blenheim, ON
Job Description: Full time, seasonal position from March until December. Bovine grooming and monitoring health and well being of each bovine on the farm.read more.
Kent Farm Supplies 17 days ago
Farm Worker - Vegetables
Bantry Bay Farm - Bayside, NB
Job Description: Any applicant must be able to work outdoors and be comfortable working in a kneeling or squatting position. Part-time hours: 24 per week.read more.
Bantry Bay Farm 9 days ago
FRUIT FARM LABOURER
Ricciardelli Orchards Ltd. - Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON
Job Description: Starting March 2022 to September 2022, seasonal full-time positions for tender stone fruit and strawberry farm. No degree, diploma or certificate required.read more.
Ricciardelli Orchards Ltd. 8 days ago
Magasinier (Warehouse Attendant- Montreal)
General Motors - Canada
Job Description: High school diploma or GED required. Must be willing to work occasional overtime before or after shift, as well as the occasional weekend.read more.
General Motors 4 hours ago
worker, farm
Kirandeep Kaur Sekhon, Baljit Kaur Dhaliwal - Oliver, BC
Job Description: Type of Farm Operations Fruit and vegetable combination farming Type of Crops Apples Security and Safety Bondable Work Site Environment Outdoors Wet/damp…read more.
Kirandeep Kaur Sekhon, Baljit Kaur Dhaliwal 12 days ago
Grain Farm Worker
Delahey Acres Inc - Buffalo Pound Provincial Park, SK
Job Description: Applicants looking for Part-Time, Seasonal and Full-Time Careers all encouraged to apply. Potential to have 1A license and other relevant training provided and…read more.
Delahey Acres Inc 12 days ago
Manoeuvre aux champs
Bunny Farm - Saint-Hyacinthe, QC
Job Description: Manoeuvre aux champs Fonctions L’employé effectuera la cueillette de fraises. Il cueillera les fruits ayant atteint la maturité et qui sont de bonne qualité,…read more.
Bunny Farm 30+ days ago
General Farm Worker
Dr. Bee - Canada
Job Description: Keeping the farm property clean and orderly. This seasonal position works from February 15 to October 15 with approximately 40 hours of work per week.read more.
Dr. Bee 30+ days ago
Cow/Calf Farm Position
Agricultural Employment Canada - Claresholm, AB
Job Description: Most of the work needed on the cattle side with some limited farm and field work. Seeking experience with calving and cattle health mainly.read more.
Agricultural Employment Canada 30+ days ago
Picker and Packer
921964 Ontario Limited o/a Maximum Signs - Pontypool, ON
Job Description: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Working at Maximum Signs can provide you with a steady job, competitive compensation and benefits.read more.
921964 Ontario Limited o/a Maximum Signs 4 days ago
farm hand
Sogeporc Inc. - Saint-Hyacinthe, QC - new
Job Description: Type of Farm Operations Hog and pig farming Specific Skills Feed and tend animals Clean stables, barns, barnyards and pens Monitoring animal health Work…read more.
Sogeporc Inc. 1 day ago
Packer
TriSon Farms - Kingsville, ON
Job Description: Experienced in packing or greenhouse labour is an asset. Lift, carry and move one or more boxes at a time. Kingsville, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate…read more.
TriSon Farms 18 days ago
Park Attendant
Yukon Government - Watson Lake, YT - new
Job Description: This is a reoccurring seasonal position that enjoys leave benefits as well as extended health care options. Park Attendants play a vital role in our program by…read more.
Yukon Government 3 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 |
