Position Overview:

PART-TIME D-TOWN FARMER

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The Detroit Black Community Food Sovereignty Network (DBCFSN) seeks experienced, socially conscious, resilient urban farmers to join our team at the organization’s seven-acre D-Town® Farm.  DBCFSN is a dynamic non-profit organization that works to build food sovereignty in Detroit’s Black community. Widely considered a leader in the field, DBCFSN works in food policy, urban agriculture, youth development, public education, and food co-op development.  

 

SUMMARY:

 

D-Town Farmers are employees of DBCFSN. We are hiring a part-time farmer for 20
hours per week at $20.00 per hour. Basic knowledge of urban agriculture is required.
Farmers must have good communication skills and be able to work collectively and
harmoniously. Farmers must support DBCFSN’s mission and Black community self-
determination approach to food system change. Knowledge of African American history
and culture is helpful. These jobs require physical and mental stamina to meet various
challenges.

 

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Farmers report to the Farm Manager and are responsible for:

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• Actively participating in weekly farm operations meetings.

• Under the leadership of the Farm Manager, performing a variety of tasks
  necessary for the progress, maintenance, and growth of the farm, including but not limited to:

  • Hoop house and field crop production, including planting, cultivating, and irrigating crops.

  • Harvesting, washing, packing, and selling crops.

  • Implementing disease, insect, and animal control measures.

  • Maintaining farm landscaping and aesthetics.

  • Maintaining the integrity of raised beds and hoop houses.

  • Researching the best techniques to troubleshoot production challenges or exploring 
    new methods of agricultural production

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EXPERIENCE

 

A year or more of experience in small-scale sustainable farming is required.

How to apply:

Send a cover letter and resume by Friday, April 18, 2025, to:
Dr. shakara tyler saba, Co-Executive Director
Detroit Black Community Food Sovereignty Network
8324 Woodward, Detroit, Michigan 48202
or
STyler@dbcfsn.org
 

Detroit Black Community Food Sovereignty Network is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization
whose mission is to build food sovereignty and food justice in Detroit's Black community. View our full website to learn more.
 

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