Director of Farming Operations

Mellano & Company seeks a responsible, dynamic self-starter with excellent interpersonal, management, and strategic skills to oversee and lead the San Luis Rey Ranch and Carlsbad Flower Fields farming activities. This hands-on position will work closely with the VP of Sales, collaborate with other departments, and report directly to the President.

The Director of Farming Operations will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of farm operations, including but not limited to planning, budgeting, planting, harvest, and post-harvest activities. Manage multiple farm staff and managers and have the ability to direct others respectfully and effectively. This is a full-time, salaried position with benefits and requires a Master’s Degree in Horticulture or at least 6–8 years of farm cultivation and processing experience.

Candidates should have a strong horticultural background, experience managing staff, and possess very strong communication and organizational skills. Must be a team player and able to work collaboratively and independently; a creative thinker; a detail-oriented multi-tasker; and a motivating, effective team leader.

Applicants should submit their resume, references, and a 1–2-page letter of interest outlining their background, experiences, and why they would be an ideal candidate via email to HR@Mellano.com.

We are currently hiring for multiple positions. Join our team and grow on a rooftop flower farm in Berkeley, CA!
The positions we are hiring for are:
Harvest/Production Lead (Full Time)
Field Crew Member (Part Time)
Studio/Delivery Coordinator (Part Time)
Office Support/ Sales and Marketing (Part Time)

Check our website here for job descriptions.
https://www.blumaflowerfarm.com/new-page-1

Application Instructions

• Interested applicants are encouraged to submit an application.
• Please email your resume, two references, and cover letter detailing why you would like to work at Bluma Farm.
• Please address application materials and any questions to:
• Position you are applying to blumaflowers@gmail.com

Bluma is an equal opportunity employer. We do not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors,

Qualifications
1-2 seasons of work on a flower farm; floral design experience a plus. Salary commensurate with experience.

To apply:
Email a resume and cover letter describing your interest and relevant experience to Cameron Caruso cameron@andersonacresfarm.com Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

For more info and to apply send your resume to flowers@morninggloryfarm.com

Land available:

30 acres of fallow farmland in S. Central North Carolina. Looking to lease out. It is in Ellerbe, NC and 5-8 minutes from the 73/220 Corridor. 20 minutes from I-74.

– 1h 30m from Charlotte
– 1h 20m from Fayetteville
– 1h 7m from Greensboro

Was in soybean production. Part of a larger plot planted in trees. Owner doesn’t live on property, but is friends with neighbors and they watch the place. Looking for a true land steward – and I know how well flower farmers treat the land.

https://www.shady-grove-gardens.com/store/c11/dahliatubers

Shipping within the USA. March- April.

We have extra white gladiolas coming. (the only way I could find any this late) I selling them in groups of 30 corms on my store page. https://www.shady-grove-gardens.com/store/p279/gladiola.html these are from Harris Seed.
Shipping will be Mid April and be added at $11.00 I believe.
(photo is from Harris Seed)