Local Farming Opportunities

Farming in East Hampton is increasingly taking center stage, and there are opportunities for those interested but new to the field to get involved.

Share the Harvest Farm in East Hampton, which was formerly known as the Food Pantry Farm since it distributes produce to local food pantries, is taking applications for interns for the 2017 season and is launching a Young Farmers Training Initiative for high school students interested in organic farming.

Internship applications may be found at the farm’s website, sharetheharvestfarm.org. Those interested in the program have been asked to contact Melissa Mapes by sending an email to [email protected].

The Amagansett Food Institute, which promotes farming and food production, will match potential apprentices with local farms or food businesses. Both those looking to apprentice and those in need of such assistance can apply through the institute website at amagansettfoodinstitute.org. Through the East End Collaborative Regional Alliance for Farmer Training, or CRAFT, the organization provides support and educational opportunities for farming apprentices. Events include tours of member farms and related ventures such as vineyards, orchards, and shellfish hatcheries, along with lectures and demonstrations.