Where are we now
We have various temporary employment agencies we work with regularly when hiring flexible workers. We only work with certified temporary employment agencies. .
In addition, Growers United actively looks after the interests of the food horticulture sector in the labour market by taking part in the Labour working group of the LTO Glaskracht trade association for the agricultural and horticultural industries.
How we tackle this
A central pillar of our human resources policy focuses on four factors – Healthy, Happy, Motivated and Well-trained. Below is an example about healthy workers.
Pepper grower VD Holland built an apartment complex on its own premises, providing accommodation for 60 employees. This gives their employees access to decent, affordable housing. They also support temporary agency workers in finding and purchasing or renting a home.