In this episode, I sit down with Andrea Leslie, Executive Director of Primary ITO, to discuss the pivotal role vocational education plays in New Zealand's agriculture sector.  From the organization's rich history to its evolving role in shaping skilled, confident leaders across industries like dairy, seafood, horticulture, and more, we explore the real-life impacts of on-the-job learning. Andrea shares inspiring success stories, reflects on the challenges and opportunities in vocational education, and emphasizes why investing in people is key to the future of New Zealand's primary industries.