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Shortage of Farm Helpers in Bavaria

A shortage of farm helpers and home economists in Bavaria is impacting the agricultural sector, despite stable enrollment numbers in agricultural schools.

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Germany

Germany Labour MarketAgricultureEmploymentLabor ShortageRural

MaschinenringeBundesverband Der MaschinenringeBerufsgenossenschaft

Gunther Lehmann

What are the reasons why people work as farm helpers?: The reasons for working as a farm helper are diverse, ranging from recent graduates seeking experience to former farmers seeking meaningful work and experienced agricultural professionals.
What is the current situation regarding farm helpers in Bavaria?: There is a shortage of farm helpers in Bavaria. The Maschinenringe are actively seeking well-trained and empathetic individuals to fill this gap, as the number of available helpers is dwindling.
What is known about the number of farm helper placements in Bavaria?: While the exact number of placements is unavailable due to decentralized data collection, the overall situation is worsening with fewer farm helpers and longer deployment durations.
What is the role of Maschinen- und Betriebshilfsringe in Bavarian agriculture?: The 67 agricultural self-help organizations in Bavaria, called Maschinen- und Betriebshilfsringe, provide farm helpers and home economists in times of need, such as illness or death in a farming family.
What kind of training and qualifications do farm helpers and home economists have?: Both farm helpers and home economists typically undergo three-year training programs. Many farm helpers also have agricultural degrees and possess comprehensive knowledge of various farming operations.

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