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Growers tackle employment issues through school initiatives

More than 15,000 school engagements have taken place to encourage youngsters into the industry

Mia Willemsen
News and business reporter
clock • 4 min read
Aaron Copeland at Fleurie
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Aaron Copeland at Fleurie

Growers in West Sussex are tackling the employment challenge facing horticulture through initiatives including engagement with secondary school students. West Sussex Growers' Association (WSGA) - a...

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