Connect2 Renewables Employability Initiative

John Bryson and Sons dairy farm in Lesmahagow used the employability fund from the Connect2 Renewables initiative to give a new local recruit the best possible start.

How the fund helped

Farm manager William Bryson first heard about the funding support through a friend. Knowing a young local person who was looking for work, he applied for funding to help with the basics needed to begin a hands‑on role at the dairy.

The fund paid for:

• practical training
• protective clothing
• equipment needed for day‑to‑day work

This meant the trainee could start safely and confidently from day one.

A positive outcome for everyone

William says the funding support has made a real difference, especially during challenging times for the farming sector. He has quickly become a valued member of the team, working hard and proving to be reliable across all tasks on the farm.