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Horticulture adviser

We need horticulture advisers to help rural communities grow adequate food all year round and generate additional income.

Roles generally range from one to two years.

You’ll be qualified to degree or diploma level, with at least two years of experience in agricultural production and marketing, small-scale farm development, post-harvest production or agricultural/food regulations.

What you’ll be doing

You’ll provide technical training and advice to small-scale farmers to increase crops at all stages of production. Working at grassroots level, you’ll help develop crop systems, cultivation and post-harvest techniques. This may extend to working to improve quality, production and distribution.

FAQ

Can I still volunteer if I've retired?

Yes, you can. A number of volunteers choose to volunteer after retirement and we welcome applications from experienced professionals up to the age of 75.

Contact us

+44(0)20 8780 7500
9am-5pm, Mon-Fri

enquiry@vso.org.uk

VSO UK