Tasmanian farmers have been exploring a raft of options to find ample workers over harvest.

Border closures during the pandemic have caused headaches for many landholders who ordinarily employ working visa holders.

Rural reporter Sarah Boorer caught up with Westerway Raspberry Farm owner Richard Clark to hear about how they've been supplementing seasonal workers with locals. 

Tasmanian farmers have been exploring a raft of options to find ample workers over harvest.
Border closures during the pandemic have caused headaches for many landholders who ordinarily employ working visa holders.
Rural reporter Sarah Boorer caught up with Westerway Raspberry Farm owner Richard Clark to hear about how they've been supplementing seasonal workers with locals.&nbsp;

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