Company Description The Center for Food as Medicine & Longevity is a nonprofit founded in 2019 that connects traditional medical practices with food-as-medicine approaches to prevent, treat, and manage disease. The organization focuses on increasing access to nutrition-based treatments and therapies, especially for communities facing health inequities. Its work supports the development of a more equitable food system that improves long-term health outcomes. Team members collaborate across healthcare, nutrition, and agriculture to create programs that empower individuals to use food as a foundational component of health and longevity.
Role Description The Farm Manager – Food for Change Hydroponic Program is a part-time, remote role responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations of hydroponic food production within the program. This role includes planning and managing crop cycles, monitoring plant health, and coordinating irrigation schedules and nutrient delivery systems. The Farm Manager will develop and implement best practices for sustainable, food-as-medicine-focused agriculture, ensuring that production aligns with program goals and regulatory standards. The role also involves maintaining detailed records, collaborating with program staff and partner organizations, and supporting educational or outreach activities related to hydroponic farming and equitable food access.
Qualifications
Role Description The Farm Manager – Food for Change Hydroponic Program is a part-time, remote role responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations of hydroponic food production within the program. This role includes planning and managing crop cycles, monitoring plant health, and coordinating irrigation schedules and nutrient delivery systems. The Farm Manager will develop and implement best practices for sustainable, food-as-medicine-focused agriculture, ensuring that production aligns with program goals and regulatory standards. The role also involves maintaining detailed records, collaborating with program staff and partner organizations, and supporting educational or outreach activities related to hydroponic farming and equitable food access.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in Farm Management and overseeing Farms or agricultural operations.
- Working knowledge of Agriculture practices and hydroponic systems relevant to food-as-medicine initiatives.
- Practical skills in Irrigation planning, monitoring, and optimization for controlled-environment or hydroponic setups.
- Experience with Poultry or related small-scale livestock systems is beneficial, especially in integrated farm models.
- Background or strong interest in nutrition, public health, or food-as-medicine concepts.
- Ability to work independently in a remote setting, manage schedules, and maintain accurate operational records.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills; comfort collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Relevant education or training in agriculture, horticulture, environmental science, or a related field is preferred.
Farm Manager - Food for Change Hydroponic Program in new york at Unknown Company
This position is listed as part time and able to be worked remotely.