AgCareers hosts Ontario summit on hiring retention and rewards

AgTalent Summit focuses on workforce growth

AgCareers is set to host the new AgTalent Summit on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, in Mississauga, Ontario. This one-day event will unite agricultural managers, HR professionals, business owners, associations, government representatives, and thought leaders to explore the future of workforce development. 

The summit will focus on three crucial themes — Recruitment, Retention, and Rewards — which are central to building and maintaining a strong, competitive agricultural workforce. 

“The Canadian agricultural industry faces unprecedented challenges in workforce acquisition and retention,” said Kathryn Doan, Director, CVO, AgCareers. “We designed this summit to provide actionable, manager-level strategies for attracting, engaging, and recognizing employees,” added Doan. 

The event offers a mix of interactive sessions and expert-led discussions, helping attendees develop practical approaches to employee engagement and team building. 

 Topics include: 

• Smart Rewards: Beyond Paychecks and Perks 

• Retention by Design: Keeping Talent Beyond the First Season 

• Panel Discussion: The Hiring Gap—Where Did Everyone Go? 

• Tactical Recruitment: Find the Right Fit Faster 

• Compensation in Agriculture and Food Industries 

Participants will also enjoy networking opportunities with industry peers, speakers, and human resource leaders from across Canada’s agri-food sector. 

The AgTalent Summit is designed to empower managers with innovative strategies that improve retention, reduce turnover, and strengthen business performance. Space is limited, and registration details are available on AgCareers.com at AgTalent Summit. 

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