Competitive Wages
Farm positions in Iowa offer competitive wages with many including benefits packages.
Farm Jobs in Iowa
Discover agricultural careers in Iowa, America's agricultural heartland and the nation's #1 producer of corn (2.63 billion bushels, record 211.0 bu/acre yield), hogs (25 million head, 33.1% of U.S. inventory), eggs (leading layer hen production), ethanol, and biodiesel. With 86,911 farms across 30.7 million acres generating $159.5 billion in economic impact (one-third of Iowa's total GDP) and supporting 385,332 jobs (19% of all Iowa employment), Iowa offers year-round livestock careers in hog operations, cattle feedlots, and poultry facilities, plus seasonal opportunities in corn and soybean harvest across the fertile prairies of America's Corn Belt.
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Farm Jobs in Iowa
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Pumpkin Picker
Howell's Greenhouse & Pumpkin Patch
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Cumming, IA
Competitive
6 days ago
part timeseasonalFarm HandHarvest Worker
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Produce Handler
Scarecrow Farm
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Lawton, IA
Competitive
6 days ago
part timeseasonalFarm HandHarvest Worker
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Field Worker
Harvestville Farm
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Donnellson, IA
Competitive
6 days ago
part timeseasonalFarm HandHarvest Worker
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Seasonal Outdoor Farm Team Member
Center Grove Orchard
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Cambridge, IA
Competitive
6 days ago
part timeseasonalOtherRetail
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Orchard Farm Team Member
Buffalo Ridge Orchard
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Central City, IA
Competitive
6 days ago
full timepart timeFarm HandHarvest Worker
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Greenhouse Associate
Ted Lare Design Build & Garden Center
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Cumming, IA
From $16/hr
6 days ago
full timepart timeNursery WorkerAgricultural Tech
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Farm Crew Member
Grade A Gardens
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Earlham, IA
Competitive
6 days ago
full timeseasonalFarm HandHarvest Worker
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Garden & Greenhouse Team Member
Eve's Garden and Greenhouse
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Davenport, IA
Competitive
6 days ago
full timepart timeNursery WorkerAgricultural Tech
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Farm Manager
Wilson's Orchard & Farm
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Des Moines Farm in Cumming, IA
Competitive
6 days ago
full timeFarm Manager
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Greenhouse Production Team Member
Swift Greenhouses
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Gilman, IA
Competitive
6 days ago
full timeNursery WorkerAgricultural Tech
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Market Hog Coordinator
RC Family Farms
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Orange City and Northwest Iowa producer farms, IA
Competitive
6 days ago
full timeLivestock CareFarm Hand
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Agricultural Specialist II — Dairy Farm Night Crew Lead
Iowa State University Dairy Farm
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Ames, IA
Competitive
4 weeks ago
full timeFarm ManagerLivestock Care
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Part-Time Agricultural Assistant I — Greenhouse & Growth Chambers
Iowa State University
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Ames, IA
Competitive
4 weeks ago
part timeNursery WorkerAgricultural Tech
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Extension Learning & Development Specialist — Dairy Goats
Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
🐓 ✨
Ames, IA
Competitive
4 weeks ago
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About Agriculture in Iowa
Iowa agriculture stands as the economic foundation of the state, generating $159. 5 billion annually—representing one-third (33%) of Iowa's total economic output—and supporting 385,332 jobs, meaning one in five Iowans (19%) work in agriculture-related industries from farm production through food processing, equipment manufacturing, transportation, and agribusiness services.
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Why Work on Iowa Farms?
Housing Available
Many operations provide on-site housing, adding significant value to compensation.
Sustainable Agriculture
Iowa farms combine traditional practices with modern sustainable techniques.
Training Provided
Most farms value work ethic over experience and provide on-the-job training.
Types of Farms in Iowa
Cattle & Livestock
Ranches across Iowa raising cattle, sheep, and other livestock on rangeland and pastures.
Crop Production
Row crop farms growing grains, vegetables, and other staple crops using modern techniques.
Organic Farms
Certified organic operations using sustainable practices for premium market products.
Dairy Operations
Dairy farms producing milk and dairy products with both family and commercial operations.
Getting Started with Farm Work in Iowa
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Explore Opportunities
Browse available farm positions in Iowa across different agricultural sectors.
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Build Your Skills
Many entry-level positions require no certifications. Equipment and livestock experience helps.
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Connect with Farms
Peak hiring in spring planting and fall harvest offers the most opportunities.
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Start Your Career
Most farmers value strong work ethic and provide on-the-job training.