Category: Labor
Trump comments address agricultural workers, immigration
Donald Trump seemed to suggest support for changes to immigration enforcement that would avoid targeting farm workers. Read what he said.
Coalition seeks transparency in AEWR calculation process
A new coalition seeks transparency in AEWR calculation. Learn what organizations have joined the coalition and what actions it plans to take.
Trump suggests plan for undocumented farmworkers to gain legal status
Donald Trump floated plan to allow undocumented agricultural workers who voluntarily leave the country to gain legal status upon re-entry.
Producers can apply for $2B in specialty crop assistance
Applications are now being accepted for a federal program providing $2 billion to help U.S. specialty crop growers remain competitive.
Mississippi court enjoins H-2A worker protection rule nationwide
Injunction issued by U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi enjoins components of H-2A worker protection rule nationwide
Kentucky judge extends injunction against Labor Department worker protections
A Kentucky judge has extended an injunction staying a rule providing protections to H-2A workers who organize to form labor unions
Visa services provider names new CEO
H-2A and H-2B visa services provider másLabor has named Chris Ball as its new CEO. Ball has 30 years of experience in multiple industries
Robotic palletizing solutions company launches cobot rental program
Columbia/Okura, a provider of end-of-line automation solutions, is launching a new palletizing equipment rental program
Judge halts Labor Department’s H-2A worker protection rule
A federal judge has halted enforcement of a rule preventing agricultural employers from retaliating against H-2A workers who form unions.
Tell us what labor issues are impacting your business
Our editors are taking an in-depth look at the challenges facing ag labor. We want to hear about pressing issues facing your operation
Organization offers safety tips for Extreme Heat Awareness Month
The Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) has developed a toolkit to help agricultural employers and workers prioritize heat safety
Produce industry priorities to take center stage in Washington
Fresh produce and floral industry advocates are preparing to gather in Washington, D.C., in early June to amplify public policy priorities.
Final labor rule includes new H-2A worker protections
Employees many invite labor and legal organizations to employer-provided housing under a final Department of Labor rule on H-2A temporary worker protections.
CEA lettuce grower receives Michigan workforce development funding
Edible Garden, a CEA producer of locally grown, organic and sustainable produce, has received workforce development funding in Michigan
Norwegian tech company raises $11.5M to bolster US vineyard presence
Norwegian technology company Saga Robotics has raised $11.5 million in growth capital to help position the company for growth in America and the UK.
US reps express AEWR concerns in letter to appropriations committees
A letter expressing concerns about H-2A rising wage rates, signed by 75 members of the U.S. House of Representatives, has been sent to the House and Senate appropriations committees.