Workforce Resources Hub
Skilled people are the cornerstone of Australia’s grain industry. This hub brings together practical tools and insights to help growers, workers, and policymakers build a strong and sustainable workforce.
The hub will help you to explore workforce trends, challenges and future opportunities shaping the industry. You can also access resources like remuneration benchmarks, recruitment tips and visa pathways to support business continuity and growth.
Whether you are planning for the next season or the next decade, these resources will help you make informed decisions and strengthen the industry for generations to come.
Workforce Resources
Cultivating the Grain Industry Workforce of the Future
Rural Australia faces ongoing challenges that impact liveability and the ability to attract and retain the skilled people the grain industry needs. This report examines key pressures impacting the grain industry workforce and highlights practical opportunities for policymakers to address these issues.
Grain Workforce Visa Options
The grain industry heavily relies on a sustained flow of skilled migrant workers, with one in five growers hiring overseas workers. This report provides a clear overview of some of the key visa pathways and eligibility requirements to help growers navigate the process and secure the talent they need.
On-farm Remuneration Benchmarking Report 2025
GrainGrowers commissioned a pilot survey to benchmark remuneration for key grain-farm roles across New South Wales and Western Australia. The survey findings informed this report, which is designed to help growers make informed decisions about salaries and benefits. By providing clearer insights into current remuneration trends, the report aims to support growers in attracting and retaining staff in a challenging labour market.
Recruitment Tips & Links
GrainGrowers has collated useful tips and links to help growers navigate the recruitment process. This resource outlines key steps for attracting and hiring the right people, along with additional information to make the process easier and more effective for growers.