Young farm labourers build careers working outdoors

In front is Logan McKone, a farm youth who lives near the Sebben Drainage shop, with Andrew Matheson, a fellow farm-raised employee, operating the backhoe behind him. Gary West photo

By Gary West

As many young graduates search for meaningful work, two local farm-raised labourers have found their stride doing what they enjoy most – working outdoors.

Backhoe operator Andrew Matheson and field tile assistant Logan McKone are part of the crew at Sebben Drainage, a long-established tile drainage company located west of Tavistock on Pork Street.

Both say they’re gaining valuable hands-on training from company owner and tile-plow operator Kyle Sebben, the third generation to run the progressive family business.

Sebben Drainage is currently seeking additional outdoor-minded labourers. Those interested can email tsebben@hotmail.com or call 519-271-6621.