Food Magazine April 2018 | Page 136

AGROAMÉRICA
Tangible support for every worker AgroAmérica rewards its working force with more benefits than required by law , and boasts the “ Deserving Salary ” programme . Internal promotion is also a regular practice at every level , mostly in field operations , opening up real growth opportunities to employees . Workers splitting time to finish any educational commitments not only have flexible schedules but are also helped with transportation to attend their classes . Education
incentives extend to workers ’ families , as their children can be enrolled in the company ’ s own school .
The company also opened a cooperative bank for its staff and built a human development centre for employees , their families and neighbour communities . The centre includes a healthcare establishment offering excellent services at very affordable prices . The company established a partnership with the University of Colorado ( US ), obtaining help from the college ’ s medical staff and programmes
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