Boosting Ag Talent Retention with AgCareers.com Workshops

Workshops Focus on Retaining Talent Through Competitive Pay

AgCareers.com has launched a series of Compensation Summit Workshops designed to help agricultural and food employers tackle the pressing challenges of talent retention and competitive compensation. These workshops, crucial for HR professionals and leaders, delve into comprehensive compensation strategies amidst an industry-wide talent crunch.

The summits will kick off on April 8th, 2025, in Chicago, followed by sessions in St. Louis and Ames, focusing on creating robust compensation plans that align with market demands and employee expectations.

“Rising wage rates continue to be the most widely reported compensation concern,” noted Mary Barefoot, AgCareers.com's Manager of Research & Insights.

Participants will explore effective sales compensation, foundational programs, and salary benchmarking, gaining insights into crafting total rewards that appeal to a diverse workforce. The workshops also align with AgCareers.com's mission to strengthen the agriculture and food sectors by nurturing a skilled talent pool.

Each session promises practical takeaways on compensation management, crucial for retaining skilled employees and enhancing organizational competitiveness. These gatherings offer not just learning opportunities but also continuing education credits from recognized HR bodies, adding further value for attendees.

This initiative by AgCareers.com underscores the importance of adaptive compensation strategies in today’s dynamic agricultural job market, empowering employers to better compete for and retain essential human capital.