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Welcome, 2021!

We have opened recruiting for Summer Harvest Internship positions. We are looking for two to three energetic, independent individuals with excellent communication skills to help manage harvest on our certified organic blueberry farm during the 2021 harvest season (May-August).

This is a seasonal full time paid position. We are one of the longest-operating certified organic blueberry farms in California and have a well-established customer base and market. Our farm is located in the foothills east of Chico, in Northern California.

Unfortunately, we are unable to hire workers with H2A visas at this time.

If you are interested in an agricultural internship position, please email cover letter & resume to us at info@sierracascadeblueberries.com.

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Help Wanted! 2020 Harvest Manager Recruitment Has Begun!

We are looking for two to three energetic, independent individuals with excellent communication skills to help manage harvest on our certified organic blueberry farm during the 2020 harvest season (May-August).  This is a seasonal full time paid position.

We require a commitment of 7-8 weeks minimum for the duration of the harvest season, and have limited work available prior to harvest start, as well as post-harvest. This position involves managing the harvest crew, quality control and logistics, driving a 2 ton truck and loading and offloading pallets (forklift and/or pallet jack). Typical work days are 5:30 am to late afternoon, 5-7 days a week for the harvest; weather conditions range from cool mornings to hot afternoons – ability to work outdoors in these conditions is a must. Farm experience and Spanish language skills are helpful. A valid driver’s license is required; no children or pets. Housing may be available.

There may be opportunity to assist or fill in for the owners at one or more farmers markets. We currently sell locally in Chico, and also attend the San Francisco Ferry Plaza, Berkeley, and Marin Civic Center farmers markets each weekend during the season.

We are willing to work with students who require paperwork and follow-up for internships. Many of our former employees have been college students and have used the excellent experience acquired on our farm to move on to rich and fulfilling agricultural jobs.

Send Cover Letter & Resume to: info@sierracascadeblueberries.com, or mail to: Sierra Cascade Farm, PO Box 613, Forest Ranch, CA 95942.

COVID-19: Farms and farm employees are considered “Essential” during COVID-19 because of the importance of keeping food in the nation’s supply chain. We will operate our harvest activities within the guidelines of COVID-19 precautions in order to protect our workers’ health and yours.

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St. Patrick’s Day Gala

St. Patrick’s Day Gala
Chico Sunrise Rotary

Chico Sunrise Rotary presents the annual St. Patrick’s Day Gala!
Bid on a Dinner Under the Stars (on the blueberry farm!!) in the Virtual Auction! The beauty of this event is that while the Gala is a ton of fun with music, dancing, dinner & beverages, you may bid on any of the auction items virtually, so if you can’t make it in person, you may still participate. We are offering the Dinner Under the Stars, a four course meal for six guests, in a gorgeous late-spring setting overlooking the blueberries and mountain views all around. Get some friends together, win this auction item, hire a limo and come on up and let us wait on you! Fun and games guaranteed!! The Gala is March 16th, so stay tuned for the auction details.
For more information, visit the Club’s Facebook page or website.

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Summer Harvest Help Wanted-Now Taking Applications

It’s time for us to start our search for that great person to help us manage our blueberry harvest!

We are looking for an energetic, independent individual with excellent communication skills to help manage harvest on our certified organic blueberry farm during the 2019 harvest season (May-August). This is a seasonal full time position. It is an excellent summer job for college students or new grads, so pass this along to your friends and family!

We require a commitment of 7-8 weeks minimum for the duration of the harvest season, and have limited work before and after harvest.  This position involves helping to manage the harvest crew, quality control and logistics, driving a 2 ton truck and loading & offloading pallets. Typical work days are 5:30 am to late afternoon, 5-6 days a week for the harvest; weather conditions range from cool mornings to hot afternoons – ability to work outdoors in these conditions is a must.  Farm experience and Spanish language skills are helpful.  A valid driver’s license is required; no children or pets. Housing may be available. The farm is remotely located, and limited transportation to town is provided.

Send Cover Letter & Resume to: info@sierracascadeblueberries.com, or mail to: Sierra Cascade Farm, PO Box 613, Forest Ranch, CA 95942.

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This is happening. NOW! See you soon with some amazing blueberries!

2017 harvest is under way, with beautiful cool weather for our first day of picking. The berries look amazing and we can’t wait to get them out to you! We are confirmed to start Saturday, June 3 at Chico Downtown, SF Ferry Plaza, Berkeley Center St Farmers Markets, and Sunday at Marin Civic Center in San Rafael. Load up!!

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Flood Control, Naturally?

Let’s hear it for the “Floodplain Fatties”!!! John’s interview with KQED shares the benefits from River Partners‘ conservation projects and how they aid in flood control – a timely conversation given this year’s weather activity. #conservation #riverpartners #mothernaturebatslast

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Be a Delegate. Join the Movement.

If you are interested in Slow Food’s mission of good, clean and fair food for all, this is a great opportunity to join Slow Food Nations as a delegate!! Slow Food Nations is a national Slow Food event that will gather leaders and eaters, farmers and chefs, educators and families for a weekend of tastings, tours and talks in July 2017. For three days, Denver, CO will become the center of the North American food universe. Innovation meets tradition during exciting culinary workshops, seminars, dinners, tours, informal eating and drinking, and a Festival of Flavors marketplace.

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John’s Other Job

What does farmer John do when he’s not growing blueberries? He works with a talented team of folks who are responsible for restoring thousands of acres of riparian habitat along many of California’s great rivers. Check out this interview by our local NPR station here – John discusses with host Jennifer Jewell the progress River Partners has accomplished and the changes that have occurred along the way.

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Winter Activity: Make Some Blueberry Jam!!!

Happy New Year! Short days, cold and wet out there! This is a good time of year to read books, peruse the garden seed catalogs, and make reservations for fun summer plans. But at some point, you may find yourself yearning for something else to do with your time, and we have the perfect idea! Make some blueberry jam! Cook up a batch, fill some small jars, stash them away for a treat or gift to friends and loved ones. We have a supply of our delicious organic blueberries, frozen in 10 lb boxes. The price is reasonable – $4/lb ($40/box). Call or email us to find out where we can deliver and get jamming!!

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Time to Stock Up!!

yellow binDo you have enough blueberries in your freezer to get you through winter? It’s early to think about those short, dark days of wintertime, but there’s nothing like a lovely blueberry pie in the middle of January, or a daily toss of frozen blues into your smoothie.  Now is the time to stock up and we have special pricing on bulk packaging. Send us an email or give us a call to place your order. Limited delivery options are available in Nor Cal urban areas. Buying clubs welcome!