Harper Adams University Introduces New Course AgDiversity In UK Agriculture

Study in UK: Nuffield Farming Scholarships Trust has launched a new course at Harper Adams University which is sponsored by the School of Sustainable Food and Farming at Harper Adams University and McDonald.

Harper Adams University in the UK has introduced a new course for raising awareness of equity, diversity and inclusion in UK agriculture. It is one of the least diverse industries in the country which makes it challenging for the country to manage relations with the wider public and recruit employees.

One of the issues they face while welcoming people from diverse backgrounds that people have a lack of awareness on the agriculture like the people in the industry. It is challenging to relate and communicate with people coming from different backgrounds. The issues are from both sides, people in rural areas who need to reach out are not aware of where to start and the students may also feel nervous about choosing farms for work placements.

Nuffield Farming Scholarships Trust has launched a new course. Wyn Owen, chair of the Nuffield Farming Scholarships Trust, said, “A small group of Nuffield Farming Scholars wanted to take action on this important issue and create an opportunity for fellow farmers and rural community members to further their own understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion. A proposal for the project was presented to the director and trustees, who gave their full support, and AgDiversity was born. This is Nuffield Farming at its absolute best, with our Scholars taking the lead and creating positive change in agriculture, and I am incredibly proud of what has been achieved in the trust’s name.”

About AgDiversity

It is a bespoke program designed mainly for those involved in land-based, rural and agricultural industries. It is open to anyone interested in learning about the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) issues. The fee to learn it is £30, which is the lowest for such courses.

The students will get a certificate after completing the course and will be listed in the AgDiversity Participant Database which will be available on the Nuffield Farming website. It will help the students to be in the network and get the job.

Laura Henderson, Vice President, of McDonald’s UK & Ireland Supply Chain, said, “We are really proud to be involved in AgDiversity. At McDonald’s we’re committed to promoting diversity, equality and inclusion at work, both within our business and throughout our supply chain. Through this industry-leading partnership we are not only driving awareness of this agenda, but also working towards creating an inclusive working environment where everyone can bring themselves to work - something that strongly aligns with our ongoing efforts to drive meaningful change in this space.”

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