Competitive Wages
Farm positions in New York offer competitive wages with many including benefits packages.
Farm Jobs in New York
Explore agricultural careers in New York, one of America's most diverse agricultural states ranking in the top 10 nationally for 30 different commodities. With #2 national rankings in apples (56,086 acres), grapes and wine (400+ wineries generating $6.65 billion economic impact), and maple syrup (846,000 gallons), plus #3 in dairy (16.1 billion pounds of milk from 630,000 cows), New York's $8.5 billion agriculture industry offers year-round opportunities across 30,650 farms employing 163,148 workers.
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Farm Jobs in New York
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Field & Floral Crew Member - Part-Time
Six Dutchess Farm
ðū ðĨ
LaGrangeville, NY
$20/hr - $22/hr
4 days ago
part timeseasonalFarm HandHarvest Worker
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Field Staff - Vegetable, Herb & Flower Production
Rise & Root Farm
ðū ðĨ
Chester, NY
$17/hr - $19/hr
4 days ago
full timeseasonalFarm HandHarvest Worker
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Farm Market Retail Sales
Hearty Roots Community Farm
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Germantown, NY
From $18/hr
4 days ago
full timepart timeRetail
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Farm Crew Member - Vegetables & CSA
Common Thread CSA
ðū ðĨ
Madison, NY
$20/hr - $22/hr
4 days ago
full timeFarm HandHarvest Worker
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Farm Crew Member - Pastured Livestock
Henny Penny Farm
ðū ð
LaGrangeville, NY
$20/hr - $22/hr
4 days ago
part timeFarm HandLivestock Care
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Vegetable Farm Team Member
Roxbury Farm CSA
ðū ðĨ
Kinderhook, NY
Competitive
4 days ago
seasonalFarm HandHarvest Worker
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Wash Pack Manager
Amber Waves
ðĻâðū ðĨ
Amagansett, NY
$24/hr - $28/hr
4 days ago
full timeseasonalFarm ManagerHarvest Worker
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Tractor Driver - Fall Farm Rides
Hurds Family Farm
ðū
Modena, NY
$16/hr - $25/hr
4 days ago
part timeseasonalFarm Hand
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Hayride Driver - Fall Season
Kelder's Farm
ðū
Kerhonkson, NY
From $19/hr
4 days ago
part timeseasonalFarm Hand
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Farm Crew Member - Organic Vegetable Production
Finca Seremos
ðū ðĨ
Callicoon Center, NY
$18/hr - $22/hr
4 days ago
part timeseasonalFarm HandHarvest Worker
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Part-Time Farmer - Vegetables, Herbs & Flowers
Little Gem Farm
ðū ðĨ
Chester, NY
From $18/hr
4 days ago
part timeseasonalFarm HandHarvest Worker
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Organic Vegetable Field Manager
Blue Star Farm
ðĻâðū ðū ð
Stuyvesant, NY
$22/hr - $25/hr
1 weeks ago
full timeFarm ManagerFarm Hand
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Organic Farm Crew Member
Conuco Farm
ðū ðĨ ðŠī
New Paltz, NY
$16/hr - $20/hr
3 weeks ago
full timepart timeFarm HandHarvest Worker
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Livestock Assistant
Laughing Earth
ð ðū
Cropseyville, NY
$18/hr - $18/hr
1 months ago
full timeLivestock CareFarm Hand
D
Grass-Fed Beef Farm Hand
Dirty Dog Farm
ð ð ðū
Germantown, NY
Competitive
1 months ago
full timeLivestock CareRanch Hand
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Hydroponic Farmer-Educator: UAMaker
TFFJ & UA Maker Academy
ð ðą
New York, NY
Competitive
1 months ago
full timeAquaponics
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GleanMobile Donation Program Coordinator
Cornell Cooperative Extension Orange County
ðĒ ðū
Middletown, NY
Competitive
1 months ago
full timeMarketingFarm Hand
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Hydroponic Farmer-Educator: DeWitt
TFFJ & DeWitt Clinton Ed. Campus
ð ðą
Bronx, NY
Competitive
1 months ago
full timeAquaponics
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Beginner Farmer Educator
Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County
ðĻâðū
Liberty, NY
$26/hr - $26/hr
1 months ago
full timeFarm Manager
About Agriculture in New York
New York agriculture generates $8. 5 billion in gross farm income (2022) with a $2.
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Why Work on New York Farms?
Housing Available
Many operations provide on-site housing, adding significant value to compensation.
Sustainable Agriculture
New York 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 New York
Cattle & Livestock
Ranches across New York 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 New York
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Explore Opportunities
Browse available farm positions in New York across different agricultural sectors.
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Build Your Skills
Many entry-level positions require no certifications. Equipment and livestock experience helps.
- 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.