[Ctyfc] Farm Field Crew job posting

[Travis Smith]

I will talk with our marketing department about the mis-use of the term.

Thank you for your interest in our operation! I am surprised in your research you did not see the distance between the golf course and farm.

If you are an expert in organic turf care and would like to pitch organic turf care to our grass professionals, I will consider connecting y’all after seeing your credentials.

Thanks Erin.

Your former employee,

Travis

On Feb 22, 2023, at 8:56 AM, Green Gate Farms <info at greengatefarms.net> wrote:


Hey Travis,

The development uses "organic" throughout its website to describe the farm. Promoting itself as organic seems particularly problematic for a golf course community that is spraying synthetics herbicides/pesticides, which will affect the farm.

Apparently, according to this article, there is only one organic golf course in the US....https://golf.com/travel/courses/organic-golf-course-pesticide-complications/. Maybe yours could become the second.

Thanks,
Erin

Green Gate Farms
Village Farm Agrihood at historic Bergstrom farmstead
8310 Canoga Ave.
Austin, Texas 78724

River Farm, Wilbarger Bend
156 Howard Ln.
Bastrop, TX 78602
office: 512-484-2746
www.greengatefarms.net<http://www.greengatefarms.net>
Certified organic, community farm






On Wed, Feb 22, 2023 at 7:20 AM travis smith <jugharbor at gmail.com<mailto:jugharbor at gmail.com>> wrote:
Erin,

In my job post I did not use the word organic. We are not certified and I am aware of the technical nature of the word. If you can be specific as to where the usage occurs I will bring it up to our marketing team directly.

Thank you,

Travis.

On Wed, Feb 22, 2023 at 7:00 AM Matt Simon via CTYFC <ctyfc at listserv.centraltexasyoungfarmers.org<mailto:ctyfc at listserv.centraltexasyoungfarmers.org>> wrote:
Hey Travis,

Thanks for posting about this interesting development and its "on-site organic farms."

I'm curious to know which agency certifies these farms? There doesn't seem to be a listing on the database (https://organic.ams.usda.gov/Integrity/Default)?

According to NOP, if farms are not inspected, they can not claim to be organic and are subject to fines. (https://www.ams.usda.gov/about-ams/programs-offices/national-organic-program). The reason for this is to ensure that a national standard is met so all of us can have confidence in what we choose.

As a certified organic grower, I'm happy to share our experience with choosing a certifier and the inspection process. Feel free to call with any questions.

Thanks,
Erin

Erin Flynn
Co-Founder,
Green Gate Farms
ww.greengatefarms.net<http://www.greengatefarms.net/>
512-484-2746


On Sun, Feb 19, 2023 at 6:55 AM Travis Smith via CTYFC <ctyfc at listserv.centraltexasyoungfarmers.org<mailto:ctyfc at listserv.centraltexasyoungfarmers.org>> wrote:
Job Title:                                Farm Field Crew

Overview:



Our farm is situated in the middle of a fast growing housing development, with this being the second year of production on the farm. The farm has a small crew and this position includes playing a part in all aspects of our small diversified regenerative farm; seeding, transplanting, weeding, harvesting, washing, animal care, etc. Training will be provided for all tasks, however  experience and passion are strongly preferred. As this farm is part of a community with restaurants on site and on farm events, this position requires a lot of interaction with a wide range of co-workers and community members of all ages. This is a full time position that requires weekend availability.



As this is a new farm in a new development, this position has a lot of potential for growth and is ideally suited for an individual wanting to have a career in small scale community based agriculture. The farm focuses on vegetable production yet also includes production of flowers, medicinal and culinary herbs, child education and community involvement, as well as hosting farm dinners and events working directly with our talented culinary, outdoor pursuits, and member services teams.



Pay starts at $18-22 DOE. Health benefits included.


TRAVIS SMITH  |   FARM & AGRICULTURE MANAGER

Driftwood Golf and Ranch Club
PO Box 171, Driftwood, TX  78619<https://www.google.com/maps/search/78619+%0D%0A+582+Thurman+Roberts+Way,+Driftwood,+TX?entry=gmail&source=g>
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C: 520-258-9406
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