Osprey Organics, a Division of Ice River Springs Inc., is a privately owned Pro-Cert certified organic farm located in Osprey Township, Grey Highlands, Ontario. It began when farmland was purchased to protect water resources from agricultural chemicals and has now grown into an organic crop farm that includes barley, heritage oats, naked oats, corn, white navy beans and winter wheat. This year shitake and oyster mushrooms are being added to our crop roster.
We are looking for an Farm Manager / Agronomist to lead our growing team; someone with a passion for farming; someone with hands on experience in the management of a farm of similar size and complexity.
You will utilize your expertise in Agronomy to study the farm s organic crop production in order to discern the best; seeds to plant, cultivation and harvesting methods to use, and organic methods to control weeds and pests to keep crops disease-free. Conduct soil analysis, identify in field-crop problems and develop new methods of growing crops to secure more efficient production, higher yield, and improved quality. Plan and carry out planting schedule, crop rotations and staff assignments.
Your farming experience will play a large part in your success. In addition to your Agronomist role, you will be responsible for managing Osprey Organics. This will include managing the operating budget, coordinating farm activities such as planting, irrigation and harvesting, staffing requirements and equipment maintenance.
The successful candidate will have:
A Bachelor Degree in an Agricultural discipline
Hands on farm experience on a farm of similar size and complexity
Ability to operate farm equipment
Proven project management capabilities
Strong communication skills
Entrepreneurial spirit that can drive and grow revenues
If this job sounds exciting and you are a qualified applicant please forward your resume.