One of our Orchard volunteers, Matt Heff, started a small orchard in West Texas, near the panhandle a bit south and west of Odessa. One year later his Orchard in now on its way with 100 fruit trees using two or three of each variety. He writes: Hi Bob! Matt Heff here. Attached our Texas orchard pics 1 year later. Wanted to show you the difference by planting clovers to recharge the Texas alkaline soil just like you and Jon told me to. The orchard was covered in peat moss, Texas compost, manure and tons of clover seeds (different varieties). Over 1,000 worms happily living in west Texas- notice the difference between worms and no worms photo? We broke bud 2 weeks ago. Very early  and trees are very much Alive.

DESCRIPTION:  Head Farm Manager will provide strategic direction and hands-on leadership for a unique desert farming operation. The position requires the ability to manage a diverse, high-quality irrigated vegetable farming operation from start-up through post-harvest. Business expansion to include large and small livestock operation, orchard, vineyard and other high-value crops suitable for the middle desert environment. Applicant must have an appreciation for organic and sustainable food production. The Head Farm Manager will be responsible to coordinate with livestock range manager and corporate office of absentee owner. The ultimate farm operation to include 38,000 acres. QUALIFICATIONS:  ·         5 Years management experience in farm operations in arid or desert environments ·         Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Ag-related field ·         Farm fiscal and budgetary experience using appropriate computer software ·         Hands-on experience in food production under arid or desert environments ·         Experience in compost operations and recycling, sequential planting and harvest, water efficient irrigation practices, postharvest handling of food products and business management ·         Must be willing to live in northwest Arizona ·         Experience in start-up operations a plus SKILLS: ·         Outstanding start-up skills and self-motivation ·         Extremely well organized and multi-functional ·         Strong business acumen and computer skills ·         Strong Interpersonal skills that further the interests of the organization ·         Strong communication skills, both written and oral. Ability to communicate at all levels ·         Strong business knowledge with the ability to support and achieve the financial objectives of the organization ·         Self-Starter with ability to develop goals and initiatives and deliver on measured targets of performance Resume and cover letter should be emailed to: [email protected] I can help with inquiries. [email protected]