Lincolnshire's agrifood leaders call for focused skills development to secure sector’s future
Lincolnshire bucks some of the national trends for the sector, showing higher productivity figures than other areas, and remains resilient and growth driven. However, an ageing workforce, difficulty recruiting skilled workers in certain specialties, and training gaps in emerging areas are challenges to future growth.
Members of the forum emphasised the need for the industry to:
- upskill the existing workforce, ensuring farmers and employees can adopt new technologies and business practices
- attract young people into the sector by challenging misconceptions and showing clearer career pathways
- support farmer-led training, mentoring, peer-learning and knowledge exchange clusters
- strengthen business, financial, and IT skills across the industry
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To read more, visit skills development critical for future growth of Greater Lincolnshire’s food sector - Lincolnshire County Council.