Category: Facility Operations
Dozens of agribusiness groups call for lasting labor reform
Nearly three dozen farm and agribusiness groups are banding together to call for permanent labor wage rate reform. Learn more.
Robotics, AI shaping future of industry workforce
Learn why experts say artificial intelligence and robotics are becoming critical fixtures for precision agriculture.
IFPA’s director of government relations chosen for NCAE leadership role
Meet the experienced industry advocate and IFPA official chosen as the new leader the National Council of Agricultural Employers.
SOMIC Packaging open house celebrates US operations
More than 120 guests attended SOMIC Packaging’s open house at its new North American headquarters. Learn more about the plant’s purpose.
Revisions introduced for some H-2A filings, AEWR calculations
New guidelines are revising some H-2A filing processes as well as Adverse Effect Wage Rates (AEWRs) calculations. Learn more.
Southern states to receive Helene recovery funding
USDA has announced millions in disaster relief to a pair of Southern states to aid in Helene recovery. Learn more details.
Fresh carrot grower and distributor expanding into Southeast
Fresh carrot grower and distributor Bolthouse Fresh Foods its expanding into the Southeast. Learn where the new facility is located.
Industry greets labor developments with cautious optimism
Recent labor decisions have agricultural industry insiders cautiously optimistic that long-lasting reform may be on the horizon. Learn more.
Produce industry innovators to be recognized next month
Five winners of the International Fresh Produce Association’s Retail Merchant Innovation awards will be recognized next month. Meet them.
USDA discontinues use of Agricultural Labor Survey
USDA’ has discontinued the Agricultural Labor Survey (FLS), used for decades to measure farm wages. Learn what the action means for growers.
Court vacates 2023 Labor Department AEWR methodology rule
A federal court vacated a Labor Department AEWR methodology published in 2023 and challenged in court. Learn more.
Finalists chosen in $3M ag business startup competition
Finalists have been chosen in a $3 million annual food and agriculture business competition. Find out which companies made the cut.
Webinar to help farmers explore health insurance options
A free webinar will help farmers and small business owners explore available health insurance options. Learn more details.
Partnership to expand Fresh Del Monte Produce’s avocado, lime distribution
Fresh Del Monte Produce has partnered with Managro Group to expand an avocado and lime packing house in Colombia. Learn more.
NIFA outlines Extension efforts to ensure fresh produce safety
A recent NIFA article highlighted several Cooperative Extension programs working to ensure the safety of fresh produce. Learn more.
Dole plc completes sale of fresh vegetables division
Dole plc has completed a divestiture of its fresh vegetables division after canceling a 2023 sale attempt. Discover who the new buyer is.