47% of agri professionals would consider changing industry
Nearly half of agricultural professionals would consider moving to a different industry for career progression, the Agricultural Science Association (ASA) found in a survey published this Friday.
ASA president Neil Keane speaking at the association's conference in Kilkenny.
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The study presented at the ASA's annual conference in the Lyrath Hotel, Kilkenny, also shows that 36% would change sectors for a better salary. The ASA, which represents agricultural science graduates, conducted the survey among its own members.
ASA president Neil Keane said: “It is imperative that the industry nurtures and supports the strong pipeline of talent coming from our universities to avoid losing our best talent to another sector.”
The results also showed that only 38% of those in paid employment were offered formal mentoring within their organisation.
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Keane said it was “heartening” that 90%t would encourage graduates to pursue a career in the Irish agrifood industry.
'Food and agriculture have never been sexier' - Jack Bobo #ASAConf16
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The study presented at the ASA's annual conference in the Lyrath Hotel, Kilkenny, also shows that 36% would change sectors for a better salary. The ASA, which represents agricultural science graduates, conducted the survey among its own members.
ASA president Neil Keane said: “It is imperative that the industry nurtures and supports the strong pipeline of talent coming from our universities to avoid losing our best talent to another sector.”
The results also showed that only 38% of those in paid employment were offered formal mentoring within their organisation.
Keane said it was “heartening” that 90%t would encourage graduates to pursue a career in the Irish agrifood industry.
'Food and agriculture have never been sexier' - Jack Bobo #ASAConf16
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