Job Description

Looking to kickstart your career in fresh produce farming with a business that leads the world in daffodil production?
Varfell Farms is the world's largest daffodil grower, producing over 500 million stems annually from a single site in West Cornwall. With 1,800 hectares under cultivation and 200 commercial varieties, this is a business that operates at scale - but with a close-knit, passionate team at its heart.
What's the role?
You'll be joining the operations team as an Assistant Farm Manager, supporting the day-to-day running of crop production, harvest and farm resource management. This is a hands-on role where you'll be learning from experienced managers while also taking ownership of key tasks and leading seasonal teams.
This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a progressive, forward-thinking farming enterprise.
What do I need?

• A degree or equivalent qualification in Agriculture would be great
• A desire to build a long-term career in fresh produce farming
• Hands-on experience or interest in precision farming and crop management
• A proactive, team-oriented mindset - you'll be working closely with other managers and seasonal staff
• A full UK driving licence
• Spraying licences, NRoSO qualifications are desirable but not essential

What's in it for you?

• A clear pathway for career development within a large, innovative farming business
• Work in a stunning coastal location with beaches, cliffs, and surf on your doorstep
• Be part of a team that values innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement

What's Next?
Please call me, Kieran on 01780 480 530, kieran@morepeople.co.uk or look me up on LinkedIn and message me there. I appreciate that your CV may not be up to date. No problem, just send whatever you have.
Company
MorePeople are a specialist recruitment business for the food, fresh produce, horticulture and agriculture industries. Founded in 2000 by two passionate foodies with vast experience in the industry, we're a growing team comprising of a mixture of ex-industry professionals and professional recruiters passionate about the sector.
Offering a functional approach to recruitment, we have dedicated expert teams to assist in all roles across a business;

• Commercial
• NPD
• Operations
• Technical
• Growing
• Agronomy
• Engineering
• Finance
• HR, Admin & IT
• Rural Surveyors, Land Agents & Estate Managers

The team are committed to offering the best recruitment service for all professional roles within the sectors in which we operate.
Find out more on our website at or call us on 01780 480530.
Company info Website Telephone 01780 480530 Location Cherryholt House
Cherryholt Road,
Stamford
Lincolnshire
PE9 2EP
United Kingdom
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