National Ag News

An extension business management specialist says building employer leadership will help ensure farm operations successfully recruit and retain ag labor.

Betty Berning with the University of Minnesota tells Brownfield a strong U.S. economy has resulted in a dwindling workforce for many farmers, especially those in dairy and specialty crop production.

“And the issue isn’t so much that employees are difficult or not listening.  The issue is that it’s just really hard to find employees.”

She says Extension has focused on enhancing employer leadership qualities as a way to entice potential employees to consider a career in agriculture.

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