This book deals with people and how they manage the complex world of agriculture: the finances; the global trends; the markets; human relationships; the social and political challenges. Technology can only take us so far in grappling with all this. How partnerships can be developed between people is a focus for this book.
A comprehensive resource for those looking to lift their skills and understanding of the complexities of working with people. Examines successful farm businesses and provided ways to attract, retain and develop staff.
| Title | AgGuide - Working with people in agriculture |
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| Author(s) | Michael Ison and Charlie Bell, with acknowledgements made to Kerry Kempton, Darren Bayley, Niel Jacobsen, and 'The People in Dairy Program'. |
| Pages | 72 |
| ISBN | 978 1 74256 241 4 |
| Catalogue number | B742 |
| Year published | 2011 |
| Publisher | NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development |
| Price | $30.00AUD (inc GST) |
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| eBook - $15.00 (iPad/iPhone) |
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