Since the age of 16, Robbie Gray, from Lanark, has been working for the Hamilton Ross Group while completing a Modern Apprenticeship through Scotland’s Rural College, with a focus on land-based engineering.
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A £451,078 Government grant for flexi-apprenticeships will create job opportunities in the food supply chain for ex-military, career changers and non-graduates and triple the number of training placements.
Sustainability and environmental longevity are key topics in our farming future. A training project between The National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs (NFYFC) in partnership with the Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT) is helping next generation farmers tackle this.
Nurturing and progressing young talent with fresh perspectives can be a real asset to agri-food businesses, especially in the engineering sector. Hannah Binns finds out more.
Agriculture is a varied and diverse sector, and although you may not have considered it before, you could find your foreign language skills in need.
Apprenticeships for new and existing employees can help to create a talent pipeline, a crucial asset for any integrated supply chain business.
Farming has a lot to offer potential new entrants, but lack of skills or knowledge can feel daunting to those thinking of an agricultural career. But ensuring the industry continues to attract talent is key.