Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.uz) — US company Head Honchos plans to launch a programme to prepare Uzbek citizens for seasonal employment in the United States agricultural sector, the Migration Agency of Uzbekistan has reported.
Agency Director Mukhsinkhodja Abdurakhmonov held online talks with the company's management.
The sides discussed practical steps to organise training for candidates ahead of the start of the spring agricultural season in the United States.
The planned 12-week course will cover English, agricultural machinery operation, equipment maintenance and repair, welding, and occupational safety.
According to the agency, US farmers are showing growing interest in recruiting Uzbek citizens for seasonal work.
Employers will take part in developing the training programme, testing candidates and conducting their final certification.
Selection and training of participants will begin once applications are received from employers and the selection criteria are approved.
The Migration Agency will announce further admission requirements and application procedures.
