CANADIAN AGRICULTURAL HR COUNCIL
Strengthening Human Resources in Agriculture
CANADIAN AGRICULTURAL HR COUNCIL
Who are we
• National, non-profit organization
• Focused on addressing Human Resource issues
facing agricultural businesses across Canada
• Lead by industry stakeholders
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
CANADIAN AGRICULTURAL HR COUNCIL
What are we in business to do
Develop solutions
to support the HR Mgmt needs of Agriculture
CANADIAN AGRICULTURAL HR COUNCIL
Recruitment
& Selection
HR Planning
Agricultural
HR Mgmt
Solutions
Succession
Mgmt
Performance
Mgmt
Training &
Development
CANADIAN AGRICULTURAL HR COUNCIL
Who do we serve - client and customers
• All Regions of Canada
• All Commodity Groups
• All Sizes - Large to Small
• All Experience Levels – Entry to
Specialists
CANADIAN AGRICULTURAL HR COUNCIL
Who do we serve - clients and customers
Canada’s Producers: Employers
Employees
Educational Institutions
Associations
Governments
General public
Youth
CANADIAN AGRICULTURAL HR COUNCIL
What do we have to offer to support the HR
needs of agriculture
Products
&
Services
CANADIAN AGRICULTURAL HR COUNCIL
Offerings – one stop shop
The Centre for Reliable Agriculture Research
such as Labour Market Information,
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the Access Point for Customizable Solutions
related to HR Mgmt and Training
CANADIAN AGRICULTURAL HR COUNCIL
Products: National Occupational Analyses &
Reference Materials
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On Farm Occupations Matrix
Landscape Horticulturist
Agricultural Occupational Health and Safety
Specialist (CASA)
Farm Manager
On Farm Energy Production Systems
TRANSFORMATION FOR SUSTAINABILITY
CANADIAN AGRICULTURAL HR COUNCIL
Products: Research Reports
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LMI Research Reports
LMI on Recruitment & Retention in Primary
Agriculture (2009)
Today’s and Tomorrow’s Farms: Employment &
Skill Development (2010)
LMI Focus on Small Farms in Canada (2011)
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Leadership Research Report
Workplace Experience Feasibility
Study
Identifying New or Emerging Markets
& Opportunities in Agriculture
CANADIAN AGRICULTURAL HR COUNCIL
Products: Tools
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AgriGuide - Interactive tool to access
Agricultural Associations
AgriTalent - Interactive tool to access
Agricultural Training Providers
AgriLeadership – Interactive tool for self
assessment and training needs
identification
AgriPathways – Interactive tool to access
Career Information
HR Toolkit – Interactive Tool to access
reference materials, tools, customizable
templates
CANADIAN AGRICULTURAL HR COUNCIL
The Agri HR ToolKit
includes information, step-by-step instructions, and tools to assist
you with getting the most out of your employees.
It covers all your employee management needs
from hiring the right people,
to managing for performance success.
It also clarifies your legislative requirements and obligations as an
employer.
CANADIAN AGRICULTURAL HR COUNCIL
“How do I attract the skilled workers I need?”
“What’s the best way to discipline an
employee?” “How do I protect myself from
lawsuits, grievances, and liability claims?” “How
do I improve workplace morale?” “How do I
know whether I have the right mix of people to
help me achieve my business goals?” “How do I
choose the right person to take over from me?”
“How do I determine the right rate of pay?”
GET THE GUIDANCE YOU NEED TO MANAGE YOUR STAFF.
CANADIAN AGRICULTURAL HR COUNCIL
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO:
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Develop an HR plan
Create an HR policy manual
Recruit, select, and hire
Manage people effectively
Develop a succession plan
Set compensation and benefit standards
Create training and orientation processes
Ensure workplace wellness
Improve health and safety
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PLUS VALUABLE and CUSTOMIZABLE TEMPLATES & RESOURCES
CANADIAN AGRICULTURAL HR COUNCIL
Products: Training
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Landscape Horticulturalist OJT – Video,
Reference Guides
Going Global – 4 Workshops, Participant
Guides, Facilitator guide, Workshop Slides,
Promotional video
On Farm Energy Systems
HR Roundtables & Workshops
CANADIAN AGRICULTURAL HR COUNCIL
Agriculture Going Global Workshops: EXPORTING
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Opportunity Identification
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Getting Your Product to Market
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Discuss ways to manage the flow of goods in the most
efficient manner
An Introduction to International Marketing
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Assess market opportunities internationally
Discover the principles of marketing and the issues
related to marketing and selling products or services
overseas
An Introduction to International Trade Finance
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Learn about key elements of trade finance including
export costing, payment methods and risk insurance.
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Agriculture Recruitment & Retention
Workshops
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The Link Between Recruitment And Retention
Elements Of A Recruitment Process
Key Factors That Influence Employee Retention
The Cost Of Turnover
Key Benefits Of Increasing Employee
Engagement
6. Influencing Employee Commitment &
Performance
7. Strategies To Increase Employees Retention
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Services:
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Research
Consulting – Ask an Expert
Events
Training
Certification, Accreditation
Networking
Membership Advantages
HR & Training Solutions
CANADIAN AGRICULTURAL HR COUNCIL
Value:
 Stakeholders are leveraging
our wide variety of
Products and Services to
inform their businesses and
improve their efficiency
and effectiveness.
CANADIAN AGRICULTURAL HR COUNCIL
WORKING WITH INDUSTRY STAKEHOLDERS TO
STRENGTHEN HR IN AGRICULTURE
www.cahrc-ccrha.ca