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Community Food Growing

Transition Turriefield CIC
VO30880

Working on a croft which is developing a business to provide veg boxes for the local community. The opportunity offers the chance to gain experience and knowledge of organic vegetable production including preparing land, raising seedlings, potting on and harvest. Organic methods are used for soil fertility, pest and disease prevention and weed control. Minimal fossil fuel use is also important and hand tools and animals are used to clear land for production. Other croft work such as fencing, working with sheep, pigs, hens or selling produce to the local community is also available. Work is varied but can be physically demanding and sometimes take place in wet, windy or cold weather. Oilskins, gloves and some sizes of rubber boots can be provided.

Experience required

Max 3 volunteers. Interest in horticulture and being outside.

Travel details

Sandness. Buses from Lerwick to Walls to Sandness. Can pick up and take back to Walls if required.

Travel expenses

Public transport to and from site. Receipts/tickets required.

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Taster available

Restrictions

Minimum age: 16
Work is physically demanding.

Availability

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Frequency & commitment

Most volunteering takes place on alternate Saturday mornings but other times can be negotiated if preferred.

Volunteers (aged 16-25) taking part in this opportunity are eligible to claim Saltire Awards hours for their activity.
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