Archive for 2020
Beyond The Virus: Will There Continue To Be A Shortfall of Skills in Agriculture?
Many sectors of agriculture have operated for several decades under a market where demand for a wide range of skills has exceeded supply. Such a skill shortage can be attributed to a range of reasons as follows:- A decline in agricultural graduates (until recent years) as a result of a downturn in the sector due…
Read More[COVID-19 Update] Measures taken by Agricultural Appointments
We would like to share with you the steps we’re taking to minimise the risk of exposure and safeguard the health and safety of all our team members, candidates and customers during this global Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. As of 16 March 2020, we are limiting the number of face to face meetings and cancelling attendance at all major…
Read MoreIs Sponsoring Skilled Immigrants Really That Complicated?
By Phillip Silver, Solicitor Registered Migration Agent (MARN 0957639) in New South Wales. Phillip has 25 years of experience as a lawyer in Australia and South Africa. Phillip represents Australian Farming enterprises to sponsor skilled farmers from South Africa to work on Australian farms. I read with interest the article in a recent edition of…
Read MoreRecruitment – Outsource or In-House
Of all the business functions you could outsource, for many companies recruiting functions are not always at the top of the list but there are sound reasons to consider outsourcing in the same way as outsourcing other functions such as marketing. Here are a few questions to consider in helping to decide which approach is…
Read MorePlanning To Work From Home in 2020?
Welcome to 2020! Working from home is a dream cherished by many. It is something that is often thought about, especially on those lazy hot summer days during holidays, when many of us reflect on the year gone past and then dream of a better future. From a superficial point of view it would seem…
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