We are looking for a candidate with several years of growing experience, who can bring new ideas to our small team, and who can adapt to the demands of a small farm in the early stages of expansion.
ABOUT THE farm
Great Fen is Natoora’s five-acre market garden on the Hampshire-Surrey border, near Liphook.
Established in 2022, the farm produces a diverse and ever-evolving crop plan of flavour-first varieties using organic methods, balancing staple crops with more innovative, experimental trials. Supplying some of London’s most progressive restaurants through Natoora’s supply chain, the farm presents a rare opportunity for collaboration with some of London’s most forward-thinking chefs. With ambitious plans to build on these foundations over the next 12 months, this role represents a chance to join our team at an exciting moment in our journey.
ABOUT you
We are looking for a grower to join us from April to October with an opportunity for ongoing work later in the year depending on how the year progresses.
You will be involved in helping to guide the farm's vision with the farm manager and senior grower, and will be flexible in your mindset with the challenges and approach to everyday growing, as well as the long-term aims of the farm.
You should be comfortable with all aspects of commercial organic horticulture, and feel confident in your ability to provide insight into the farm's evolution.
Responsibilities
Not limited to, but mainly:
- Up to 5 acres of vegetable production
- Preparation of beds for growing
- Sowing, propagation and care of nursery crops
- Quality control of crops
- Field sowing and planting
- Management of pests and diseases
- Coordinating harvest and volunteer days with the senior grower
- Maintenance of tools, equipment and machinery
BENEFITS
Competitive salary, between £13-15/hr depending on experience.
Food for lunch is provided during the growing season.
There is a possibility for accommodation on the farm, depending on the applicant's situation. The accommodation would also be suitable for a couple.
OUR PEOPLE
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We exist to fix the food system.
People are more cut off from the origins of their food than ever. This makes flavour, nutrition and farming practices that protect the planet, almost impossible to find.
By working directly with growers, we create a more sustainable way forward for farming. By giving everyone the tools to understand the power of our food choices, we empower everybody to become drivers of change.
Now is the time for action. Join the food system revolution.
Go beyond four seasons
Each fruit and vegetable has its own season, with subtle shifts which happen every day. Follow their microseasons to unlock flavour at every stage.
WHAT’S IN SEASON?
Know where your food comes from
We know the name of the people behind everything we source. Recognise their growing artistry to find out exactly where your food comes from (and why that matters).
MEET THE GROWERS
Make your diet diverse
Our growers work with varieties chosen for quality and nutrition, not yield. By selecting their crops you keep heritage seeds in play, add to ecosystem biodiversity and preserve unique flavours.
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