Farm Director
Location: Woodstock, CT (with travel to regional partner farms as needed)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer
About Azuluna Farms
Azuluna Farms is a mission-driven, regenerative livestock & poultry agriculture
company committed to improving human and planetary health through responsible
animal husbandry, ecosystem restoration, and nutrient-dense foods. As a vertically
integrated operation, we oversee every step of our food system—from soil to plate. We
are proud to be New England’s scalable regenerative livestock enterprise, producing
ethically raised meat & eggs for our four business lines: 1) Wholesale products for
regional specialty stores and ecommerce; 2) Supplier of meats, eggs and consumer
package goods (CPGs) products 3) Supplier of meat & eggs for macro & micro
balanced ready-to eat medically tailored meals using our meat and eggs (direct to
consumer/on-line), and 4) Experiential Livestock Educational & agritourism to promote
“Food as Medicine” with our Healthy Habits initiative.
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Farm Director to lead our strategic and
tactical, day-to-day farming operations at Azuluna. This individual will play a critical
leadership role in ensuring the success of our regenerative livestock practices,
animal welfare standards, land stewardship, and overall productivity across our farm
sites. The ideal candidate combines deep agricultural/animal sciences knowledge
with proven management skills and a passion for regenerative agriculture and
sustainable food systems.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Planning & Oversight
● Develop, maintain and implement long-term plans for livestock management,
rotational grazing, pasture improvement, and soil health restoration,
including certifications for Animal Welfare, Organic Egg Certification (Incl.
Regenerative Organic Alliance (ROA) certification, CT Egg Layer
Certification, Regenified / Whole foods certification
● Collaborate with leadership to align farm operations with business goals and
regenerative principles.
Farm Operations
● Oversee all aspects of livestock care and pasture management including lamb,
poultry (broilers and layers), and pork production.
● Manage the seasonal grazing calendar, animal movements, and infrastructure
needs (fencing, water, shelter).
● Ensure compliance with job-site safety standards, animal welfare certifications,
animal nutrition requirements, and environmental regulations.
● Vehicle and equipment management to assure safety, operational excellence,
cost effectiveness of all farm equipment.
● Facility maintenance, capital upgrades and landscape management to support
farm & event operations supporting all Azuluna’s operations & goals.
● Profit & loss responsibility for farm operations
Team Leadership & Development
● Recruit, train, and supervise a high-performing farm team, fostering a culture of
accountability, respect, and innovation.
● Provide hands-on leadership in the field and mentor team members in
animal sciences, regenerative soil practices, equipment maintenance,
efficient and safe work practices.
Partner Coordination
● Work closely with supply chain partners: 1) Animal Breeders and Feeders
2) Feed Suppliers (organic & non-GMO), 3) Processing Facilities (livestock
& poultry), 4) Farm Subcontractors, Equipment & Vehicle Support 5)
satellite farms used for education (hub & spoke program)
● Support the logistics and coordination of animal breeding, sourcing
processing, transport, and storage of farm products
● Engage with organizations that help to enhance farm operations such as
APPA (American Pastured Poultry Producers Assn), Livestock Institute,
Northeast Pasture Raised Association, FFOA, Regional Agricultural
Vocational Schools, URI Animal Sciences, UCONN Ag Sciences, Tufts
University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine,
Data & Reporting
● Maintain records related to animal health/breeding, pasture usage, feed, and
production metrics, safety and operational efficiency
● Regularly report Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and operational updates to leadership.
Qualifications
Required:
● 7+ years of experience in livestock agriculture, with at least 3 years in a
leadership or management role.
● Thorough understanding of animal husbandry, regenerative agriculture, rotational
grazing systems, and holistic land management.
● Operational proficiency in heavy equipment (large tractors), skid steer, backhoe,
haying equipment (round baler), specialized trailers (manure/livestock & grain
transport), 14-ton automated grain silos, automated watering and feed systems,
large trailers(gooseneck).
● Demonstrated ability to manage teams and build operational systems.
● Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
● Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and farm management
software.
Preferred:
● Associate or bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Animal Science, Agronomy,
Sustainable Agriculture, or a related field.
● Experience working in vertically integrated or mission-driven agricultural
enterprises.
● Familiarity with animal welfare certifications (e.g. GAP, Certified Humane).
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