The document discusses issues in the horticulture industry, including a skills crisis and high unemployment. It proposes seven pledges for the government to support the industry, including nominating 100 ambassadors to promote horticulture careers to young people. The document also discusses partnerships between schools and businesses to provide education and experience to address the skills shortage through activities like taster days, CPD training, and resources.
1 of 21
More Related Content
Richard fenwick abc 170513
1. The crisis in horticulture,
what can education do
to resolve these issues?
Friday 17th May 2013
Richard Fenwick
3. London 21
South East of England 57
North West England 7
South West England 6
West Midlands 6
East of England 22
East Midlands 11
Yorkshire and Humber 8
Wales 3
Scotland 3
North East England 4
Northern Ireland 1
Republic of Ireland
Statistics from 16/05/13
4. Skills crisis triggers key industry report demanding greater Government support
By Matthew Appleby Friday, 10 May 2013
Government to be presented with survey and
report detailing seven pledges for coalition
to back the horticulture industry.
Ambassadorial role
Industry pledges to match those asked for
from Government include one to nominate
100 Alan Titchmarsh-style ambassadors to talk
to young people about the benefits of
horticulture as a "glamorous, successful,
satisfied, happy and healthy career".
Sue Biggs has spearheaded
Horticulture Matters
6. The correct message.......
Landscape Scientist
Plant Breeder
Soil Scientist
Journalist
Agronomist
Garden Designer
Florist
Interior Landscape Designer
Consultant
Fruit / Vegetable Grower
Garden Centre Manager
Logistics Manager
Countryside Manager
Garden Historian
9. Team up with business partners...........
East
Riding
Horticulture
11. All Saints RC School
Longman's Hill Community Primary School
South Milford Community Primary School
Barlow Church of England Voluntary Controlled
Primary School
Barwic Parade Community Primary School
Burton Salmon Community Primary School
Drax Community Primary School
Cawood Church of England Voluntary Aided
Primary School
Sand Hutton Church of England Voluntary
Controlled Primary School
Warthill Church of England Voluntary
Controlled Primary School
Cliffe Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Riccall Community Primary School
STEM Ambassador
50+ Schools over 8 years
17. Ash dieback now beyond containment
The Ash Dieback crisis is now beyond containment and will have a greater impact than
Dutch Elm Disease, experts have claimed.
By Louise Gray, Environment Correspondent 9:00AM GMT 07 Nov 2012