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Black Farmers Symposium- Virtual: February 17th 12:30-2pm

Join us to learn about the history and potential future of Black American farmers during the Black Farmers Symposium on Thursday, Feb. 17, from 12:30 p.m. until 2 p.m.

A panel of four Black agriculturists will share their knowledge about starting, sustaining, and growing a business in agriculture.

Panelists:

Kara Brewer Boyd, event coordinator for the National Black Farmers Association, is an expert on starting and sustaining business in agriculture. She will share information about small scale agriculture and what it takes to earn the distinction of being an American Farmer.

Allan Lanton is an established African American farmer with extensive experience in aquaculture, a sustainable agricultural practice that uses the respiration of fish to feed plant crops in soilless mediums.

Deanna Middlebrooks is starting a new agriculture venture on her family farm alongside her extended family members who have been growing and selling plants for generations. Deanna will share the story of how she and her family use the land to support the different stages of their lives.

Kimani Anku is a DMV native who found a love of farming and gardening through unconventional means and has turned his passion into a thriving garden coaching service. He recently acquired three acres of land outside Richmond and is taking his gardening skills to the next level by starting a farm to produce food for the community.

Open to all students, faculty, staff, and community members. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and get ideas about how to get involved in agriculture. Contact: Lawrence Nightingale.

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Horticulture Internship – Clay Hill Farm

Are you looking to fulfil your HRT 297- Cooperative Education requirement for your Horticulture Technology or Landscape Design diploma? Clay Hill Farm in Boyce, VA is looking to hire an intern for an amazing growing opportunity! Applications are due by March 6th!

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Landscape Architecture Internship- Smithsonian Gardens

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic, Smithsonian Gardens is only offering limited internship opportunities. More will be available when the Smithsonian Gardens re-open fully. Deadline to apply for the Landscape Architecture Internship is MARCH 15th 2022 for the summer season!

https://gardens.si.edu/learn/internships/landscape-architecture-internship/

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Wholesale Sales Associate- GreenWorks Nursery

 GreenWorks Nursery located in Chantilly, VA is seeking a part- or full-time sales associate.

Position summary: Candidate must have plant knowledge and be able to work on a part/full time basis in the Wholesale nursery.

Duties & responsibilities include but not limited to:

  • Working with Landscape Contractors selling plant material, plant knowledge is a must
  • Watering when necessary
  • Working with the Point of Sale System
  • Must be responsible with a good work ethic

Compensation:

  • Based on experience

Please send resume to Michele@gwli.org

Landscape Designer Sales Position- Elite Landscaping Inc.

Elite Landscaping is seeking motivated and dependable landscape designers with proven sales experience. Our designers take pride in the quality of their projects and foster communication with their clients to create long-term relationships. The ideal candidate is creative, organized, team-oriented, communicates efficiently, and has basic design skills.

Apply online through Indeed

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