Agricultural schools in the region are facing a severe staff shortage. One of the schools affected by the problem has 175 enrolled students and an area of 57 hectares, operating with multiple facilities beyond regular classes.
The institution maintains a farm with sheep, goats, cattle, pigs, and horses, as well as a residence for students, its own cafeteria, cleaning and hygiene services, and an olive oil press.
According to Marcelino Martins, the director of the institution interviewed by VTM, the staff shortage should not compromise the start of classes, but may force the school to hire external services and suspend some activities.
The main concern falls on the surveillance of the student residence, which may require an external company to ensure the service, generating additional costs for the institution.
