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Newquay Orchard: Market Garden Development Lead


Company : Cornwall Voluntary Sector Forum


Location : Ottawa,


Created : 2026-03-12


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Hours: 37.5 per week Salary: 28,000 30,000 Location: Based across our space at Fentenfenna Farm Do you have a passion for agroecological growing, social justice and the skills to lead a thriving, community-focused market garden? Urban Biodiversity CIC is looking for an inspiring Market Garden Development Lead to build on the success of our veg bag scheme, Grown by Newquay Orchard, lead volunteers and drive forward our food strategy. This is a rare opportunity to shape a regenerative, community supported agriculture (CSA) social business while working within an organisation deeply committed to environmental and social impact. As Market Garden Development Lead, youll be responsible for year-round crop production, enterprise development and leadership across our market gardens at two beautiful sites in Cornwall. - Lead a talented team of growers, volunteers and students - Oversee crop planning, production, and site management - Participate in Cornwalls CSA network and community-based food system - Grow our customer base including veg bags and local hospitality businesses - Build relationships with partners, producers and the wider community - Champion our values of community, environment, learning, inclusion and wellbeing This is both a handson and strategic business development role, perfect for someone who loves growing but also thrives on building a sustainable, values led community organisation. If you have a degree level qualification in horticulture, strong knowledge of organic, agroecological or regenerative practices, experience in leading a market garden enterprise, budgeting, sales, customer relationships and a passion to make a difference then we want to hear from you! How to apply Download the job description and application from for the Newquay Orchard website via the link below. #J-18808-Ljbffr