Labour Employed vs Contract

Sourcing and maintaining high-quality staff is key to making a farming business run smoothly. However, there are several recruitment routes and trying to decide which works best for your farm can be a daunting task. There are also some major differences in legal responsibilities, depending on whether you employ or contract staff. This Farming Note explores the options and implications.

Issued November 2017

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