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Ag Onboarding Academy

Ag Onboarding Academy:
Industry Essentials for New Hires & Employees

Foundational Agriculture Series powered by Grounded in Ag

 

Trusted experts. Vetted resources. All designed to onboard people to agriculture - Grounded in Ag

Welcome your new hires to agriculture and train current employees – with confidence! Bring them up to speed quickly and effectively with foundational agricultural training.

 

Learning farming and agriculture can be daunting for those who didn’t grow up around production agriculture. This course is designed to build foundational knowledge and confidence for employees entering the ag industry or for existing employees’ training and development.




Fact: Nearly 40% of candidates do not have an ag-based education

WHAT

 

  • Bring the agricultural industry essentials to your new hires in a convenient online digital training program (available via the web and mobile app).
  • Each package includes a series of on-demand video learning modules featuring content from a range of experts across the country, instructional materials, downloadable resources, and assessments to help employees develop an understanding, vocabulary, and foundational knowledge of agriculture.
  • After successful completion, participants receive a Foundational Agriculture Certificate and a digital certification badge to add to their online profiles and presence.


 

AgCareers’ Exclusive Offerings

 

OPTION 1: Foundational Course (Approx. 6.5 hours) – $485

 

  • Ag 101: Building foundational knowledge about the business of agriculture and farming
  • Sustainability & Regenerative Ag: Creating the connections between sustainable practices, agriculture and the environment
 

OPTION 2: Foundational Course + Your Choice of Focus Course (Approx. 8.5 hours) – $585

 

  • Foundational Course: Ag 101 and Sustainability/Regenerative Ag
  • Your choice of Focus Course: Crops or Livestock: Learn more about the day-to-day production practices and challenges

 


Fact: 30% of candidates are not currently working in agriculture

WHY

 

The agricultural industry relies on talent from diverse backgrounds—accounting, engineering, marketing, IT, skilled trades, and more. While many professionals bring strong technical skills, they may lack foundational agricultural knowledge needed to succeed.

 

At the same time, employers say their biggest hiring challenge is finding candidates with the right skills and experience. As roles and technologies evolve, ongoing training is essential to keep the workforce adaptable and competitive.

 

That’s why organizations are investing in training and development—to build practical skills, support employee growth, strengthen workplace culture, and attract and retain top talent.

 

AgCareers is proud to partner with Grounded in Ag to bring you the exclusive “Ag Onboarding Academy,” an efficient, cost-effective training tool.

 

Explore further course details here.



Invest in the Ag Onboarding Academy to:

  • Reduce onboarding time for non-ag hires
  • Prevent costly misunderstandings and slow ramp-up
  • Help new employees feel included—not intimidated
  • Protect your employer brand and retention goals

 

CONTACT US WITH QUESTIONS

 

*Candidate data based on AgCareers.com applicant trends.


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