Farm Essentials
Tailored training to equip your employees with essential farm skills
Investing in your team’s skills is an investment in the farm itself
Your people need the proper training to ensure they understand the lay of the land, the livestock, the buildings and proper use of equipment. Even if your new employees have been doing the same jobs on other farms, you can’t assume they have the skills to do the job on your farm, or with your equipment. Even existing workers need regular refreshers to stay effective and safe in their roles.
Training your people doesn’t have to be hard work
Based on feedback from producers, our Farm Essentials program captures exactly what you’ve told us you need: quick, effective training that gives your people the skills to hit the ground running. It’s ideal for rural operations or member groups who need flexible, on-site training that delivers impact and doesn’t disrupt daily operations.
Your farm is unique;
your training should be too
We don’t believe in templates or generic training when it comes to agriculture
What works for one farmer in one region, doesn’t always work for another. Our Farm Essentials program lets you choose your training modules, add to it and make changes if you like. We first gain perspective of your operation and then develop a program based on your exact needs.
What is Farm Essentials?
Choosing a training provider for your department can be confusing. There are so many out there. What really sets them apart?
Farm Essentials is run as a series of non-accredited modules held over 4 days on your farm or preferred site. Each module includes both hands-on and theoretical elements and are finished off with an assessment to ensure your employees truly understand the job and expectations.
Choose your modules or tell us what you need
You can select 4 – 5 entry-level training modules to combine into a program suited to your exact needs,
and we can also deliver other modules as requested.
Operate Tractors
Learn how to safely operate tractors, including procedures and guidelines, occupational health and safety and risk management.
Operate side by side utility vehicles
Learn how to safely operate a side-by-side utility vehicle, including pre-start checks and shutdown procedures.
Livestock handling
Learn effective livestock handling skills including understanding animal behaviour, safe handling techniques and humane transportation.
Perform machinery maintenance
Learn how to prepare, inspect, maintain and record maintenance requirements for machinery that is used in agriculture.
Chemical training
Learn the rules for the selection, storage, handling, calibration and effective application of chemicals.
Operate and maintain chainsaws
Learn how to safely operate chainsaws, perform scheduled maintenance, assess hazards and use personal protection.
Fencing
Learn the essential skills to build sturdy and reliable farm fences including straining and joining wires, installing star pickets with precision and troubleshooting issues.
Farm welding
Learn basic welding techniques including material selection, equipment operation and maintenance and welding quality control and inspection.
Farm safety
Learn farm safety best practice, how to effectively perform farm tasks and manage any emergencies.
The benefit to your operation
We know that taking your team away from the farm is a commitment. The ultimate goal of the Farm Essentials program is to boost your employee’s productivity so you see a real return on your investment.
- Empower your employees to tackle new situations confidently and safely
- Change or create new operational and safe working habits to reduce workplace injuries
- Promote increased performance and increase job satisfaction
- Develop employees who care about doing their job properly and want to help grow your operation
Farm Essentials for your member group
Are you looking for a training solution that addresses the specific needs of your members? We can partner directly with commodity bodies, local member groups and industry to tailor our Farm Essentials program.
By working together, we identify the training requirements for your group and deliver it in a way that aligns with their priorities. This can make training more accessible for smaller producers, while also supporting the long-term success of your members and region.
Frequently asked questions
Let’s design the right training for your farm
Get in touch to discuss what training your employees need.