Group 4 Attract, Retain & Develop Talented “People in Agriculture”
Position Statement Issues Advantages �Esteem �Lack of Structure �Diverse Backgrounds �£, $, € = ROI �Land �Ageing farmers �Few new entrants �Quality of Life �Many success �We feed the planet �Bring people to the land �Environmental Stewards
Why is this an issue? �Lack of operators and innovators �Reduced ability to deliver
Who are key stakeholders? �Everyone who eats �“We are two missed meals from revolution” �Producers �Processors �Consumers �Governments
Addressing these issues? �Nuffield �Farmer bodies �Educational programs �Subsidies?
Critical features of Programs �Empowerment �One Voice �Support Groups
Further Development of Programs �Continue to work globally
Further Development of Programs �Regional delivery
Further Development of Programs �Build on grass roots
Strategies for Success
Academies for Primary Producing Industry
Academies for Primary Producing Industry �Recruit best talent �As early as age 13 �International Consensus with exchange programs �Broad education �Environmental/sustainability �Production �New Technology �Clear career progression
Academies. . �Aims �Attract new talent �Expose and develop talent internationally �Provide clear career progress and path
Mentors Program �Match �Train �Facilitate Transition �Provide Support