Organic Farmer Assistant
Daily Tasks
The basic tasks of farming: collecting biomass, weeding, preparing beds, mulching, planting, caring of the plants, harvesting… Plus: doing / turning compost piles, cleaning the orchards... Participation to the design of organic techniques suited to the characteristics of the farm.
Skills gained
The volunteer will learn how to work in a farm with a multicultural team. They will learn traditional ways of cultivating and also modern techniques of organic farming. They will participate to the process of organic conversion of a big farm.
Opportunity Description
Conditions and practical details:
Snack at 9 am; lemon juice and fruits.
Discounts for lunch at Solar Kitchen.
Duration:
Minimum duration is 2 months which can be further extended. (Non-Indians must be aware of the visa conditions- see our visa pages).
Timing
Morning hours 8.00 to 12.00, Monday to Friday
Afternoon hours
Prerequisites
Good physical condition. Motivated by organic farming. Mature and autonomous.
Language skills
No Languages Specified
Software skills
No Software Specified
Number of volunteers needed: 6