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A £451,078 Government grant for flexi-apprenticeships will create job opportunities in the food supply chain for ex-military, career changers and non-graduates and triple the number of training placements.

Sustainability and environmental longevity are key topics in our farming future. A training project between The National Federation of Young Íæż½ã½ã’ Clubs (NFYFC) in partnership with the Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT) is helping next generation farmers tackle this.

Nurturing and progressing young talent with fresh perspectives can be a real asset to agri-food businesses, especially in the engineering sector. Hannah Binns finds out more.

Agriculture is a varied and diverse sector, and although you may not have considered it before, you could find your foreign language skills in need.

Apprenticeships for new and existing employees can help to create a talent pipeline, a crucial asset for any integrated supply chain business.

Farming has a lot to offer potential new entrants, but lack of skills or knowledge can feel daunting to those thinking of an agricultural career. But ensuring the industry continues to attract talent is key.

Livestock and rural skills passed down through generations remain a cornerstone to maintaining working landscapes across the country.

There are currently more than 300,000 miles of hedgerows and 120,000 miles of drystone walls in the UK.

Managing the challenges associated with the steep slopes of landscapes such as Snowdon demand a particular set of skills which are often passed down between generations.

This month, Hannah Park and Emily Ashworth look at the skills which are vital to rural livelihoods.