Organic farms, Market gardens

WE ARE HIRING FOR 2026!

Position: Organic Farm and Market Worker
Farm: Wheelbarrow Farm
Dates: May–Oct 2026

Location: 535 Durham Regional Road 13, Sunderland, ON, Canada
Housing: We offer on-farm housing at a below-market rate: $500/month

Do you love getting your hands in the soil, working with a team, feeding your community, and contributing to a sustainable way of life? Want to take your gardening skills to the next level?

Wheelbarrow Farm is hiring farm workers for the 2026 growing season.

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About the Farm

Wheelbarrow Farm is located one hour north of Toronto, nestled among the rolling hills and forests of Durham Region. Entering our 19th year of production, we grow five acres of mixed vegetables and flowers using organic and sustainable practices.

Our methods combine small-scale intensive market gardening with tractor-based field production.

We sell our produce through:

• A 300+ member CSA program
• Two Toronto farmers’ markets
• A spring seedling sale
• A short winter CSA
• An online store for CSA members

Wheelbarrow Farm has a strong reputation for high-quality vegetables, environmental initiatives, and a welcoming community.

We are owned and operated by three friends, each with complementary roles (Field/Operations, CSA/Marketing, Accounting/HR). Our field crew is typically 4–5 full-time staff.

We value a good attitude, a sense of humor, and healthy work/life balance — along with delicious food, positive vibes, and the occasional game of vegetable baseball.

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Job Description

As a member of the Wheelbarrow Farm team, you will participate in all aspects of organic vegetable and flower production, from seed to market.

Main areas of work include:

• Greenhouse work and seedling production
• Organic fertility management and application
• Bed prep and transplanting
• Irrigation management
• Harvesting and post-harvest handling
• Pest and weed control
• CSA packing and distribution
• Farmers’ markets (Evergreen Brickworks & Leslieville)

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Job Requirements

We are looking for candidates with some previous experience who want to deepen their knowledge of commercial organic production.

Applicants should have:

• A positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Good organization, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Interest in sustainable agriculture as a career or way of life
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a crew
• Ability to work outdoors 8 hours/day in physically demanding conditions
• At least one season of horticultural work (farming, gardening, tree planting, etc.)
• A G license and clean driving record (required for market/CSA lead roles)

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Schedule & Term

• Staff work 5 days/week for the duration of employment
• On-farm days are 8 hours
• Market or CSA delivery days are approximately 12 hours
• Typical work week: 40–45 hours

Position runs from May 1 to October 31, 2026
(End date may be flexible if requested.)

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Compensation

• Base wage: $18/hour (higher depending on experience)
• One paid vacation day per month, equivalent to roughly an extra $1/hour in value

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Accommodations

We offer on-farm housing at a below-market rate: $500/month

Private rooms in a shared farmhouse include:

• Utilities, laundry, internet
• Free access to abundant farm produce

The farm also features:

• Forest trails
• Bonfire pit
• Sauna
• Pond for swimming
• Open green space

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Development Opportunities

Many staff return for multiple seasons. Returning workers can take on more responsibility, move into management roles, and increase their wages.

Past team members have gone on to manage farms and markets, work in related agricultural fields, or start their own farm businesses.

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Other Benefits

• Working outside every day (not a desk job)
• Being part of a positive farming community
• Fresh, abundant produce
• Sustainable land stewardship
• Access to growing space
• Sauna and swimming pond

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How to Apply

To apply, please email the following to: wheelbarrowfarm@gmail.com :

• A short cover letter introducing yourself and your farming or gardening experience
• Your resume
• (Optional) A brief note about what interests you most about working at Wheelbarrow Farm

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Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Learn more about Wheelbarrow Farm: wheelbarrowfarm.com | Instagram