Human Resources
A high-performing farm or agribusiness needs high-performing employees. A strong, reliable, engaged team provides a competitive advantage and it starts with a good human resources plan.
As a business grows, the human resources (HR) function may become a full-time job for the owner/operator. This may be an indicator that it’s to make a plan for human resource management.
There is help in HR advice and planning through our local Manitoba Agriculture and Resource Development Office. Watch for workshops in your area and new available resources.
These online resources can help you hire and retain good employees, and ensure you are meeting your responsibilities as an employer.
How-To Manual
Human Resource Management for Farm Business in Manitoba (PDF 3.4 MB) is filled with ideas and exercises to help you build and implement a strong plan for your farm, whether you employ family members or other individuals. The guide explains the process of building an effective HR plan that can reduce risk, reduce turnover and improve the quality of people you hire. Case studies use real-life examples to show how farms have successfully worked through common issues.
Manitoba Employment Standards
- A Guide to Employment Standards in Agriculture
- Workplace Rights and Protections for Foreign Farm Workers in Manitoba
- Standards for employees in Climate Controlled Facilities
- Standards for employees of Agricultural Service Providers
- Standards for employees working on a farm in the primary production of agricultural products
- Standard Operating Procedures Systems (SOPS)
- SAFE Farms
- Manitoba Farm Safety Program (FSP)
- Safety and Health Guide for Manitoba Farms
- Worker's Compensation
Finding and Developing Employees
- Manitoba Economic Development and Training
- Training and Employment Services (formerly known as Employment Manitoba)
- Apprenticeship Manitoba
- Manitoba Human Rights Commission
- Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program for Employers
- Canadian Agricultural Human Resource Council
- Temporary Foreign Worker Program
- Seasonal Agricultural Workers Program
- Service Canada
- Manitoba's Bilingual Services Centre (general information on provincial/ federal/ community programs and services in French or English language)
Housing Information
- The Landlord and Tenant Act (if providing housing arrangements)
- Manitoba Housing (how to apply for housing)
Payroll Source Deductions
Find other information on business management, contracts & leases, financial management, marketing & risk management, transition planning and production economics.
If you have questions, contact your local Manitoba Agriculture and Resource Development Office, or email us and a farm management specialist will contact you.
