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Part 5: Importance of employment contracts

'Agricultural Workers and Sustainable Agriculture' Series

Contracts of employment prevailing in agriculture display a great diversity, both within and between countries. Seasonal, daily and permanent contracts of employment can be found alongside task or piece rate employment. Permanent contracts are the least common form of contract and their share in total agricultural employment has been declining in most countries.

Source: Agricultural Workers and Their Contribution to Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development
Written by Peter Hurst in collaboration with Paola Termine and Marilee Karl

Food and Agriculture Organization
International Labour Organization

Translated and adapted version in Bulgarian