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If you want to get into farming I would suggest giving woofing (worldwide opportunities on organic farms) try first. A directory of farmers that allow voluntee
by tomrule007 4y ago
If you want to get into farming I would suggest giving woofing (worldwide opportunities on organic farms) try first.
A directory of farmers that allow volunteers in exchange for room and board (that is the default but there is also plenty that also provide extras like small stipends and training). Little hard to do if you already have a family but great if you are single and want to see what farming is like.
https://wwoof.net/ https://wwoof.net/
- idealmedtech 4y agoThere's a huge variety of experiences to be had while woofing, so make sure you prepare for the worst (tent sleeping, very little shower access, controlling hosts). Definitely talk to alums of whichever site you have in mind if possible!
- formerkrogemp 4y agoI wouldn't recommend woofing. Or migrating on a farm worker visa. The power imbalance there has strong potential for abuse. Speaking to alums is a good idea.
- justshowpost 4y agoCan affirm. Same with any volunteering opportunity. Turns out, most people value you less if you give away your time and energy for almost free, instead of value you more. For short times it might be fine, as the initial welcome may still balance some of that. But any longer term and you’ll likely feel an imbalance.