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Farm Jobs in Michigan

Discover agricultural careers in Michigan, America's second most agriculturally diverse state producing 300+ commodities and leading the nation in 15 different products. Michigan dominates global tart cherry production with 75% of U.S. supply (182 million pounds, world's top Montmorency producer), ranks #2 nationally in apples ($322.4 million), #4 in blueberries (110 million pounds projected 2025), and #6 in dairy ($2.41 billion). With the unique Great Lakes microclimate creating ideal fruit belt conditions along Lake Michigan, $125.8 billion total economic impact, 47,600 farms across 10 million acres, 1 million jobs (25% of state workforce), and record $2.9 billion in agricultural exports, Michigan offers unparalleled agricultural diversity from Traverse City's cherry orchards to west Michigan's fruit belt to year-round greenhouse operations.

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Illustration by Kelly Sikkema

Farm Jobs in Michigan

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Fall Organic Field Crew

Cold Frame Farm

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Romeo, MI
Competitive
5 days ago
full timeseasonalFarm HandHarvest Worker
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Organic Farm Crew Member

Lake Divide Farm

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Stockbridge, MI
$14/hr - $20/hr
5 days ago
full timepart timeFarm HandHarvest Worker
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Organic Harvest & Wash-Pack Crew Member

Good Stead Farm

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Hope, MI
From $15/hr
5 days ago
full timeseasonalFarm HandOther
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Experienced Organic Farmhand

Slow Farm

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Ann Arbor, MI
Competitive
5 days ago
full timepart timeFarm HandHarvest Worker
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Part-Time Ecological Farm Crew

TantrΓ© Farm

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Chelsea, MI
Competitive
5 days ago
part timeseasonalFarm HandHarvest Worker
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Outdoor Farm & Livestock Team Member

Pond Hill Farm

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Harbor Springs, MI
Competitive
5 days ago
full timepart timeLivestock CareFarm Hand
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Seasonal Orchard & Farm Team Member

Country Mill

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Charlotte, MI
Competitive
5 days ago
part timeseasonalOtherRetail
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Fall Pumpkin Sales Associate

DeBuck's Family Farm

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Belleville, MI
Competitive
5 days ago
part timeseasonalOtherRetail
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Farm Event Support Crew

Jacob's Farm

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Traverse City, MI
Competitive
5 days ago
full timepart timeOtherRetail
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Fall Farm Hand

Leaman's Green Applebarn

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Freeland, MI
$14/hr - $14/hr
5 days ago
part timeseasonalLivestock CareFarm Hand
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Winter Regenerative Livestock Farm Intern

Anavery Fine Foods

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Traverse City, MI
Competitive
5 days ago
full timeinternshipLivestock CareFarm Hand
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Animal Caretaker I β€” Dairy Cattle

Michigan State University Campus Livestock Centers

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East Lansing, MI
Competitive
4 weeks ago
full timetemporaryLivestock CareFarm Hand

About Agriculture in Michigan

Michigan agriculture generates $125. 8 billion in total economic impact with $12.

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Why Work on Michigan Farms?

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Competitive Wages

Farm positions in Michigan 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

Michigan 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 Michigan

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Cattle & Livestock

Ranches across Michigan 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 Michigan

  1. 1

    Explore Opportunities

    Browse available farm positions in Michigan 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.

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    Start Your Career

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

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