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Nathaniel Talbot

Email: deepharvest@gmail.com
Website: www.deepharvestfarm.com
Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/deepharvestfarm/

Host Farm Info

Host Name:Nathaniel, Annie Talbot, Jesperson
Farm description:Deep Harvest Farm is a certified-organic vegetable, seed and flower farm on Washington State’s Whidbey Island. We focus on three-season vegetable production as well as growing over 100 varieties of Certified Organic, Open-Pollinated, and Non-GMO seed. While a handful of varieties found in our catalog are grown by other reputable organic growers in the Pacific Northwest, the vast majority are grown here at Deep Harvest Farm. Ecological soil management techniques such as minimal tillage, cover cropping, and building organic matter are the farm’s guiding principles, and we’re constantly seeking opportunities to further learn from the land, soil and seeds. Through the expansion of native hedgerows, fruit orchards and flowering perennials, we strive to provide as much habitat for pollinators and wildlife on the farm as possible.

Nathaniel Talbot and Annie Jesperson have been growing seed for wholesale and packet sales for 10 years on Whidbey Island.
Internship description:Interns will learn how to grow and process a variety of vegetable and flower seed crops on a small scale. Specific areas of focus will include: variety trials, selected and variety maintenance, plant breeding, growing techniques, pest and disease management, seed harvest and seed cleaning. We also are happy to teach about our experience and the financial consideration in running a small seed company vs growing seed on contract.
Languages spoken on farm:English, a bit of Spanish
As part of a shared effort to provide a safe and inclusive experience for all interns and host farms, including BIPOC AND LGBQTIA+ participants, please describe how you will foster a sense of community, safety, and acceptance on your farm:We strive to treat all intern and employees, regardless of race, sex, gender as equals. It is of utmost importance that everyone in the Deep Harvest community feels welcome, safe and valued. We realize that we are a work in progress and encourage open, honest communication their is disagreement.
Would you be able to provide financial compensation for an intern? If so, what form would this be in?Yes, our base rate is $15 and increases according to experience.
Would you be able to provide housing and amenities for an intern? If so, what form would this be in?No, but we can help the intern find housing in the community
What are your general expectations for an intern?-Strong work ethic including willingness to work long days under sometimes physically demanding conditions.
-Strong desire to learn about seed production and willingness to ask questions when needed.
- Good attitude and ability to work well both in groups and by oneself
Are you able to provide educational on-farm training for an intern?Yes, mostly in-field, hands-on training accompanied by lots of scientific, technical and philosophical explanations.
Preferred start date(s):Mid-April
Preferred length of internship:April-Oct

Operational Info

Scale of Operations: 10 acres
Climate: Maritime PNW
Distribution: Local retail (rack sales, farmers market, etc.), Online store front
Certifications: Organic
Crop families experienced with in seed production: Basil, Beets, Borage, Broccoli, Cabbage, Carrot, Chicory, Chives, Cilantro, Collards, Corn, Cucumbers, Dill, Dry beans, Eggplant, Fennel, Garden beans, Garlic, Kale, Lettuce, Melons, Mustard, Mustards, Nasturtium, Parsley, Peas, Peppers, Phacelia, Popcorn, Poppy, Pumpkins, Quinoa, Radishes, Rutabaga, specialty greens, Spinach, Summer squash, Sunflower, Sweet corn, Sweet pea, Swiss chard, Tomatoes, Turnips, Watermelons, Winter squash, Zinnia
Is seed in any quantities available for purchase? Yes
Instructions for purchasing: at www.deepharvestfarm.com or through our many seed racks throughout the Puget Sound
Open to contracting for seed production?: Yes

Bio

Deep Harvest Farm is a certified-organic vegetable, seed and flower farm on Washington State’s Whidbey Island. We focus on three-season vegetable production as well as growing over 100 varieties of Certified Organic, Open-Pollinated, and Non-GMO seed. While a handful of varieties found in our catalog are grown by other reputable organic growers in the Pacific Northwest, the vast majority are grown here at Deep Harvest Farm. Ecological soil management techniques such as minimal tillage, cover cropping, and building organic matter are the farm’s guiding principles, and we’re constantly seeking opportunities to further learn from the land, soil and seeds. Through the expansion of native hedgerows, fruit orchards and flowering perennials, we strive to provide as much habitat for pollinators and wildlife on the farm as possible.

Nathaniel Talbot and Annie Jesperson have been growing seed for wholesale and packet sales for 10 years on Whidbey Island.