Louisiana sugarcane plantation

Farm Jobs in Louisiana

Discover agricultural careers in Louisiana, where bayou and Delta agriculture meets unique farming innovation. Louisiana dominates U.S. crawfish production with 90% of the national supply (100-120 million pounds annually worth $300+ million), ranks #2 nationally in sugarcane (16.4 million net tons from 11 operational mills generating $387 million farm-gate value), and #3 in rice production (3.2 billion pounds). With Louisiana's signature rice-crawfish rotation system (unique double-cropping on same fields), $12.9 billion total agricultural economic value, 30,000 farms across 8 million acres, and 200-340 frost-free growing days annually, the Pelican State offers year-round opportunities in Cajun/Creole agricultural traditions.

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Farm Jobs in Louisiana

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Seasonal Farmworker

Johndales Farm

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Ponchatoula, LA
Competitive
Today
full timeseasonalFarm HandHarvest Worker
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Part-Time Farmhand / Farm Educator

Sugar Roots Farm

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New Orleans, LA
Competitive
2 weeks ago
part timeLivestock CareFarm Hand
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Director of Agroforestry

The Walls Project

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Baton Rouge, LA, with regular work at Baton Roots Community Farm and occasional travel
From $72,800
2 weeks ago
full timeFarm Manager
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The Commons Co-op Assistant

Micah 6:8 Mission

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Sulphur, LA
Competitive
2 weeks ago
part timeFarm HandHarvest Worker
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Lead Farm Steward

Sankofa Community Development Corporation

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New Orleans Lower Ninth Ward, LA
Competitive
2 weeks ago
full timeFarm HandHarvest Worker
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Horticulture Manager

Moncus Park

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Lafayette, LA
Competitive
2 weeks ago
full timeNursery Worker
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Garden & Food Access Coordinator

Broadmoor Improvement Association

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Broadmoor neighborhood, New Orleans, LA
$15/hr - $15/hr
2 weeks ago
part timeFarm HandHarvest Worker
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Bedding House Manager

Louisiana Nursery

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Baton Rouge, LA
Competitive
2 weeks ago
full timeNursery Worker
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Outside / Garden Center Sales Associate

Perino's Home & Garden Center

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Metairie, LA
Competitive
2 weeks ago
full timepart timeNursery Worker
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Nursery & Garden Center Associate

Clegg's Nursery

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Baton Rouge, LA
Competitive
2 weeks ago
full timepart timeNursery Worker
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Nursery Specialist

Sammy's Plant World

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West Monroe, LA
Competitive
2 weeks ago
full timepart timeNursery Worker
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Greenhouse Associate

Ellis Home & Garden

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Bossier City, LA
Competitive
2 weeks ago
part timeNursery WorkerAgricultural Tech
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Cattle Farm Hand

3P Cattle, LLC

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Donaldsonville, LA
Competitive
1 months ago
full timeseasonalFarm HandRanch Hand

About Agriculture in Louisiana

Louisiana agriculture generates $12. 9 billion in total economic value with $7.

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🚜DiverseFarm Operations
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☀️Year-RoundOpportunities

Why Work on Louisiana Farms?

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Competitive Wages

Farm positions in Louisiana offer competitive wages with many including benefits packages.

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Housing Available

Many operations provide on-site housing, adding significant value to compensation.

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Sustainable Agriculture

Louisiana farms combine traditional practices with modern sustainable techniques.

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Training Provided

Most farms value work ethic over experience and provide on-the-job training.

Types of Farms in Louisiana

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Cattle & Livestock

Ranches across Louisiana raising cattle, sheep, and other livestock on rangeland and pastures.

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Crop Production

Row crop farms growing grains, vegetables, and other staple crops using modern techniques.

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Organic Farms

Certified organic operations using sustainable practices for premium market products.

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Dairy Operations

Dairy farms producing milk and dairy products with both family and commercial operations.

Getting Started with Farm Work in Louisiana

  1. 1

    Explore Opportunities

    Browse available farm positions in Louisiana across different agricultural sectors.

  2. 2

    Build Your Skills

    Many entry-level positions require no certifications. Equipment and livestock experience helps.

  3. 3

    Connect with Farms

    Peak hiring in spring planting and fall harvest offers the most opportunities.

  4. 4

    Start Your Career

    Most farmers value strong work ethic and provide on-the-job training.

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