Competitive Wages
Farm positions in West Virginia offer competitive wages with many including benefits packages.
Farm Jobs in West Virginia
Discover agricultural careers in West Virginia, the Mountain State where 22,787 farms (92.7% family-owned) across 3.5 million acres of Appalachian farmland generate $948 million in agricultural product sales, plus nearly $5 billion total when including timber and forestry. Leading commodities include broiler chicken production (78.5 million birds, 30% of agricultural receipts), cattle and calves (20% of receipts, $211M), turkeys, eggs, hay, apples ($13.5M), and maple syrup, offering year-round employment in poultry operations, cattle ranches, orchards, and forestry across West Virginia's mountainous terrain.
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Farm Jobs in West Virginia
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Greenhouse Associate / Farm Worker
Smoke Camp Crafts
ðū ðŠī
Weston, WV
Competitive
4 days ago
Farm HandNursery Worker
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Garden Center Retail Sales Associate
Gritt's Midway Greenhouse
ðŠī ð
Red House, WV
Competitive
4 days ago
part timeseasonalNursery WorkerRetail
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Barnyard Animal Care
Orr's Farm Market
ð ðū
Martinsburg, WV
From $13/hr
4 days ago
part timeseasonalLivestock CareFarm Hand
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Vegetable Manager â Lewis Farm
Farms Work Wonders
ðĻâðū
Wardensville, WV
From $43,000
4 days ago
full timeFarm Manager
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Lavender Field Worker
Appalachian Botanical Co.
ðū ðĨ
Ashford, WV
$11/hr - $11/hr
4 days ago
full timepart timeFarm HandHarvest Worker
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Farm Manager - Ruby Grow & Local Foods
High Rocks
ðĻâðū
Hillsboro, WV
$40,000 - $50,000
4 days ago
full timeFarm Manager
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Farm Field Trip Team Member
Gritt's Farm
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Buffalo, WV
From $12/hr
4 days ago
part timeseasonalOther
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Agriculture Research Specialist â Animal Science Farm
West Virginia University
ð ðū ð
Morgantown, WV
Competitive
4 weeks ago
full timeLivestock CareFarm Hand
About Agriculture in West Virginia
West Virginia agriculture generates $948 million in market value of agricultural products sold (2022 Census) supported by 22,787 farms spanning 3.
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Why Work on West Virginia Farms?
Housing Available
Many operations provide on-site housing, adding significant value to compensation.
Sustainable Agriculture
West Virginia 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 West Virginia
Cattle & Livestock
Ranches across West Virginia 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 West Virginia
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Explore Opportunities
Browse available farm positions in West Virginia 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.