John Deere to 'kick-start' military personnel's new career in agriculture and farming

The machinery business said it will hold a virtual careers event in the UK and Ireland next month to help those leaving the military to find a career in agriculture

Chris Brayford
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Allan Cochran, John Deere’s branch training manager, said the initiative, which was launched in July, will allow individuals to kickstart their careers in agriculture with advice provided by those who have made a similar transition in the past
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Allan Cochran, John Deere’s branch training manager, said the initiative, which was launched in July, will allow individuals to kickstart their careers in agriculture with advice provided by those who have made a similar transition in the past

An agricultural machinery business has announced it will be holding a careers event to help former military service personnel find work in the farming industry. John Deere said it will hold a free virtual...

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