Connecting with an Overseas Workforce

The easy way with AG Work NZ!

In this webinar AG Work NZ shares information with NZ dairy employers on the benefits, process, and cost of employing dairy staff from the UK & Ireland.

They address seasonal staffing challengers throughout the dairy season and explore how overseas recruitment can support New Zealand dairy farm businesses. They cover the recruitment process and associated costs of bringing a young farmer (aged 18–22) from the UK, Ireland, or Europe to work on a New Zealand dairy farm for a period of 6–12 months.

The session aims to enable dairy farmers to access skilled seasonal staff while gaining a clear understanding of the mutual benefits of international knowledge and experience exchange.

In this webinar, you will gain:

– Knowledge of AG Work NZ’s recruitment process and how suitable candidates are sourced
– An understanding of visas, how they work, and employer commitments
– Clarity around the responsibilities of AG Work NZ throughout the recruitment process
– Insight into the benefits of employing dairy staff from the UK and Ireland
– An understanding of how overseas recruitment can support seasonal staffing needs

About AG Work NZ:

AG Work NZ offers a bespoke matchmaking service that connects New Zealand dairy employers with suitable overseas staff. They have strong relationships with leading agricultural universities and colleges, along with a large network of social media and young farmer connections, allowing them to source candidates tailored to each employer’s needs.

This webinar is bought to you by Dairy Women’s Network and AG Work

~ Recorded: March 2026 ~

 

$0.00 ex GST