Labor4Learning Trainees

The Labor4Learning program is designed for beginning farmers seeking employment and additional training in farm management and production skills. Practical Farmers of Iowa “trainer” farmers will be hiring in the early part of the new year for the upcoming growing season. Check back for listings or subscribe to our weekly newsletter, Practical News, for announcements.

Benefits

Get paid at least minimum wage and earn other benefits, including:

Learn farm business development from an experienced PFI farmer
Paid time off to attend a PFI event during the term of employment
Discount to the Practical Farmers of Iowa annual conference ($100 value)
Connect with other “PFI trainees”
A free PFI membership

Qualifications:

Apply and be hired by a PFI trainer farmer
Have a strong motivation to learn the business of farming

How to Apply

To apply, send current resume and three work-related references directly to the trainer. Direct any questions about job details to the trainer as well.

For all other questions about the program or Practical Farmers of Iowa, please contact Martha McFarland martha.mcfarland(at)practicalfarmers(dot)org or call our office at (515) 232-5661.