Spuds prove a good field for entrants

摘要

British potatoes are a key part of the UK farming sector with a total consumer sales value of ￡5.7bn, but as with other farming sectors, it is proving increasingly difficult to attract the right people.It's a scientifically progressive, technically advanced and environmentally responsible industry, says Sharon Hall, Potato Council's head of communications and knowledge transfer. "It is a rewarding sector for individuals with a wide range of talents andskills."However, the council's latest industry survey identified that more than 60% of farming companies and over 75% of supply chain businesses were finding it difficult to secure employees of the right calibre. "The majority believe they'll have a staffing gap over the next five years," she says.