Hort Innovation has recently begun research to understand the seasonal workforce in the horticulture sector, and the impacts of COVID-19. A collaboration between Hort Innovation and Ernst & Young, the project aims to:

  • Estimate the foundational seasonal labour workforce demands within the horticulture sector.
  • Understand the challenges faced by the industry regarding the seasonal workforce.
  • Assess how labour demand and supply are expected to evolve over the coming months.
  • Identify potential supply gaps and other critical impacts from COVID-19.

To this end, a quick survey has been designed to gather information from growers about seasonal labour requirements. In particular, the challenges you’re facing to access seasonal workforce as a result of COVID-19, and the impact of border closures and restricted mobility.

As the impacts of COVID-19 continue, it is critical that your input is reflected early to ensure the sector is informed and can respond effectively. Please submit your response by Friday 7 August 2020.

Please note that the data collected through this work is strictly confidential but will play an important role in understanding and addressing our industry’s labour requirements. 

If you have any questions, please get in touch with the Hort Innovation General Manager for Data & Extension Anthony Kachenko at anthony.kachenko@horticulture.com.au. 

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