SHO Farm is certified by Kanagawa Prefecture as a training site for the Next-Generation Agricultural Human Resources Investment Fund. Those who wish to start farming in the future can receive agricultural training here.SHO Farmの雇用ではないため、農園からの給与支給や社会保障がありません。
神奈川県農業次世代人材投資資金 を利用するなどして、ダブルワークをしながら週３～４日程度、農園で研修を受けることになります。
研修終了後は、独立就農していただきます。
Eligibility
Applicants must meet all of the following:
☑️ Have an interest in regenerative agriculture and be motivated to study with the aim of independent farming.
☑️ Share the philosophy of organic farming and SHO Farm’s approach, and be able to practice ecological and feminist principles.
☑️ Collaborate with and maintain a respectful relationship with Shoko Nakano and Sho (the founders).
☑️ Be healthy and physically fit enough to complete the two-year training.
What You Will Learn
1. Training on production techniques and knowledge such as crop management
– Focus on soil, which is essential for growing crops, through classroom lessons, plus practical training on plant physiology, nutrition, seeds, and planning crop rotations with multiple varieties in small quantities.
2. Training on operation and maintenance of agricultural machinery, equipment, and facilities
– Learn basic handling, especially safe operation, as well as simple troubleshooting and repair methods.
3. Training on agricultural business management, including sales, distribution, marketing, bookkeeping, financial statements, and labor management
– Led mainly by qualified agricultural management advisors, trainees learn all aspects and present their plans at the end to receive feedback and improve them.
Training Hours
6 to 8 hours per day, 3 to 4 days per week
Non-summer: 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM (with 1-hour lunch break)
Summer: 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM, then 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
If shortened to 6 hours, the number of working days will increase.
A minimum of 1,200 training hours per year is required.
Subsidies
The Kanagawa Prefecture Next-Generation Agricultural Human Resources Investment Fund is used. Please carefully check the requirements (age, income, etc.) on the official page to see if you qualify.
Selection of Trainees
Farming is physical labor in nature but also an intellectual profession requiring knowledge in many fields. SHO Farm selects trainees based on overall judgment of thinking ability, physical strength, and character.
If you are interested, please first experience the farm atmosphere by joining our volunteer support program before applying.
Recruitment
Ongoing, but limited spots are available. Depending on the number of current trainees, applications may be declined.
Application Process
Initial explanation: Please join our volunteer days first. Apply via the volunteer page.
Application
Please send your name, self-introduction, and desired volunteer dates through the form.
Work as a core full-time employee at SHO Farm for four years, learning farm operations while also training as a farming trainee. The role requires ability to handle farm work as well as customer relations, planning, and office tasks simultaneously. Full-time work is expected. Support for independent farming is available for those who wish to take the next step.
Preferred qualifications (especially valued)
Hiring Process
Meet and consult on any volunteer days.
Application
Send your name, self-introduction, and desired volunteer dates by email to info@sho-farm.com. Specific working conditions (salary, benefits, etc.) will be discussed during selection.
This mainly involves light work coordinating shipments. Sometimes, you will also be asked to do farm work. Additionally, deliveries may be requested after your shift.
Currently not recruiting.
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