Managing People
Recruiting Non-UK Staff For Agricultural Work
The 2025 changes and what they mean for agricultural businesses A points-based immigration system for anyone coming to the UK to work has existed since 2021. This brought with it a requirement to apply for a visa and meet a specific set of requirements. In July 2025, there were further changes to the system which will impact on…
Farm Safety for Temporary Staff
Key information contained in this publication: Induct all temporary staff before they start work. Ensure all tasks are properly risk assessed by a competent person and safe working procedures are in place. Ensure adequate training, instruction, and guidance is provided outlining safe working practices. Ensure that all machinery and equipment used is fully maintained, with…
Learning Lessons from Unexpected Resignations
Staff resignations, particularly those that are unexpected, can be hard to deal with and leave you feeling angry, deflated, and frustrated. However, it is important to deal with them in a way that allows you to learn and improve your recruitment process and staff retention rate in the future. There are situations where employers may…
Staff Redundancies: A step by step guide for employers
Changes in farming businesses can result in staff redundancies being unavoidable. This isn’t a pleasant process for anybody involved but this guide aims to provide you with a checklist to follow to manage the process appropriately. In what situations is redundancy appropriate? Redundancy is a form of dismissal for when a role is no longer…