Growing food for 400 wild animals

Feeding so many animals is a huge task. The farm team at the Java Wildlife Rescue Centre is focused on sustainability and food production. Currently, the centre operates a diversified organic farm, including coffee and fruit production on 2 hectares/ 5 acres. The vegetable operation, coming into its second year of production, supplies high-quality organic vegetables and fruits to the rescued animals. It is being developed on land previously used for rice production with a greenhouse and compost building. We practice minimal-soil disturbance methods, prioritizing soil health and composting.

This sustainable farming internship will teach you about tropical organic food production and soil restoration.  You will become an important part of our small farm team. You will need to be prepared to assist with all aspects of growing organic vegetables and fruits using hand tools alone. You will be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and positive. As an intern, you may be asked to work in other areas than on the farm, for example, assisting the Keepers with animal care. The sustainable farming internship is suited to all levels of ability as you will learn as you go with the assistance of the Sustainability Program Manager and Assistant Farm Manager

Sustainable Farming Internship Responsibilities

• Propagation, pricking out, transplanting, planting.
• Weeding and Watering.
• Greenhouse management and maintenance.
• Harvesting and post-harvest handling.
• Soil Cultivation and Composting and Pruning.
• Compliance with Organic growing standards.