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📣 Calling all Agriculture 📣 By providing targeted training and hands-on experience, employers can develop a team of skilled and competent agriculture workers who are aligned with their business goals. Agriculture and environmental apprenticeships are accessible for all farms, large or small, and are either part or fully funded. Agriculture apprenticeships are one of the most effective ways to equip your team with the right skills to manage operations at your farm. Attract the best team of workers – committed, and motivated individuals driven to build a career in agriculture. Elevate your farming business’s potential by providing your employees with tailor-made agriculture training programmes, structured learning outlets, and transferable skill sets. Our agriculture and environmental apprenticeships ensure you take on highly trained apprentices who have undertaken top-notch training. New apprentices and upskilling staff can gain invaluable experience working from grass roots level to management roles and earn while they learn. Apprentices are from a minimum of 16 with no age maximum. New ideas and a fresh approach with the networking across our apprentices means great things can happen with diversification in all aspects of farming. All of our agriculture trainers are themselves farmers so they understand the importance of flexibility around certain times of the year and the struggles our farmers are facing. Skern training and skills offer the following levels of agriculture apprenticeships: General farm worker Level 2  General Farm Worker Apprenticeships Livestock technician Level 3  Livestock Technician Apprenticeships Assistant farm manager level 4  Assistant Farm Manager Apprenticeships We even offer free recruitment for farms who need vacancies filling. email: melanie@skernlodge.co.uk for more information #countryfile #skerntrainingandskills #landleisuretourism #farminguk #apprenticeships #UKFarming #worldsustainabilityday #sustainability #agriculture #apprenticeships #ecofriendly #greenfuture Skern Training and Skills

U.S. Forest Service Launches National Apprenticeship Program to Address Workforce Gaps and Promote Diversity The U.S. Forest Service is launching a new national apprenticeship program aimed at addressing workforce gaps and creating career paths for diverse communities. This initiati... [...] #Forest #National #Workforce Read more... https://lnkd.in/dXZqepgv

🌱 Funding: Growers Education and Workforce Development 🌱 Thrilled to announce the launch of our Growers Education and Workforce Development Pilot (GEWD) Program—an innovative initiative designed to strengthen Dallas' agricultural workforce and expand access to nutritious food. Full details and grant summary here: https://lnkd.in/gyS7tkZT With approximately $50,000 in funding, this pilot program invites agriculture stakeholders—such as urban farms, community gardens, and agricultural facilitators—to apply for grants to support internships and apprenticeships in urban agriculture. These funds will help facilitate hands-on training and mentorship opportunities for aspiring growers, farmworkers, and producers. Program Highlights: 🫐 Agricultural Facilitators can apply for funding to support apprenticeships and internships on their production sites, including controlled environment agriculture and community gardens. 🥬 Interested Residents can apply to be matched with an agricultural facilitator for paid hands-on training and development. This program not only enhances workforce development in agriculture but also aims to improve food access in underserved areas of Dallas, while boosting the local economy. 👉 Agriculture stakeholders, apply for funding to offer apprenticeships here: https://lnkd.in/gFPNZXsV 👉 Residents, apply to be matched with a facilitator and gain hands-on experience here: https://lnkd.in/gFPNZXsV We’re excited to help build skills, expand opportunities, and grow the agricultural economy in Dallas! 🌿 #UrbanAgriculture #WorkforceDevelopment #Sustainability #CommunityImpact #FoodSecurity #Agribusiness #Innovation

In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week, Serve Colorado is excited to announce the launch of a new Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) in regenerative farm management, aimed at fostering the next generation of agricultural professionals in Colorado! Over the past 18 months, dedicated partners, including local experts and educational institutions, have come together to design a comprehensive training program that meets the evolving needs of the farming industry. Mountain Roots Food Project has been instrumental in designing the apprenticeship and will serve as the sponsor agency and AmeriCorps Program grantee. This program not only addresses the pressing need for sustainable farming practices but also provides a pathway for diverse communities to engage in the agricultural sector! Visit our website servecolorado.colorado.gov for updates on the program and other RAP opportunities!

Three months into my current role, it was comforting to talk to other young professionals navigating life post-graduation. A few things became clear: -Graduating college marks the start of a new kind of education, rather than the end of education -Not every path to a career is linear, but some are -Co-workers and collogues often play as big of a role in futures as experiences do Check out the story below to learn more about where these four Purdue alum are headed and how they got from internships to careers and beyond!

Discover how the Veterans Agricultural Education and Apprenticeship Program (VAEAP) is making a difference for US veterans looking to enter the agricultural industry!🌱 This immersive program, developed by CALES faculty in partnership with Agriculture and Apex Applied Technology, Inc., and the National Institute of Food and Agriculture, provides comprehensive training and internship opportunities. Read the full article to learn how VAEAP is empowering veterans to succeed in agriculture: https://bit.ly/49euBAD

“I like knowing how things work with the biology and health of plants, and enjoy anything to do with chemistry … what nutrients different plants require, and the different processes involved in growing.” Learn more about Jack and the NZ Apprenticeship in Horticulture (outdoor crop production) here: https://lnkd.in/gxejifFq #primaryito #horticulture #hortnz #apprenticeships #WorkBasedLearning

Today is Farmer Day! The agriculture industry is a cornerstone of our economy. It provides food, raw materials, and employment opportunities for millions worldwide. As we celebrate today, let's reflect on the importance of supporting local farmers and investing in sustainable agricultural practices to ensure a resilient and secure future. With advancements in technology and sustainable practices, there is an increasing demand for skilled workers. Registered apprenticeship programs help foster talent and expertise within the agriculture industry. RADD can help you select appropriate related instruction providers, help you enroll your candidates into the programs and work with the DOL on your behalf to ensure all requirements are satisfied. Visit our website at https://buff.ly/48B4GmL to learn more information. We are specialized and experienced in developing and maintaining registered apprenticeship programs across a variety of industries. Our full-service apprenticeship management service can act as a virtual training manager and support the tracking and reporting of individual apprentice progress. Let's recognize the immense potential of registered apprenticeships in fostering the next generation of skilled farmers and agricultural professionals. By promoting and expanding apprenticeship programs, we not only address the skills gap in the industry but also contribute to the sustainable growth of agriculture. If you are an organization looking to elevate your workforce development strategy, let’s chat. Our team of expert consultants help organizations utilize the power of Registered Apprenticeship. Visit our website at https://buff.ly/48B4GmL to learn more information. #apprenticeship #leadershipdevelopment #hr #workforcedevelopment #manufacturing #business #hiring #Agriculture #Farmers

** Students, Instructors, & Parents of Agriculture Students ** We are progressing through the recruitment season & noticed a trend among students. When struggling to figure out where to start or how to narrow down the career goal in Agriculture, then share this chart with your aspiring Agriculturist. If you are an Agriculture Company that has an internship, but not generating the results then let us do an audit of your internship program.

Agricultural innovation starts with you! Gain expertise in cutting-edge machinery with Scot Agri apprenticeships! 🚜 #FutureEngineer