Farmer's Weekly

The changing role of HR in agriculture

The agriculture industry employs 5% of South Africa’s population and contributes more than R81 billion to the annual economy. Within the sector are vastly diverse skill sets, which are brought to the table by farm labourers, factory workers, and members of commercial and operational management.

“This has led to a growing imperative for the

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