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Judge halts Labor Department’s H-2A worker protection rule
A federal judge in Georgia has halted enforcement of a U.S. Department of Labor rule preventing agricultural employers from retaliating against migran... continue reading »
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 from you about the most pressing issues faced by your opera... continue reading »
Organization offers safety tips for Extreme Heat Awareness Month
With labor-intensive farming activities reaching their peak during Extreme Heat Awareness Month this July, the Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) has dev... continue reading »
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. The Int... continue reading »
Orion names new East Coast regional sales manager
Stretch wrapping equipment manufacturer Orion has promoted a company veteran to new East Coast regional sales manager. Kelly Watterworth has been with... continue reading »
Vegetable-based frozen food manufacturer names new CEO
Vegetable-based frozen food manufacturer Caulipower has named an industry veteran as its new CEO. Tyler Ricks has been a member of the company’s boa... continue reading »
IFPA seeking innovative produce retailers for annual awards
Do you know a retail innovator worthy of recognition? The International Fresh Produce Association wants to hear from you. The organization’s Reta... continue reading »
Final labor rule includes new H-2A worker protections
Employees may invite labor and legal organizations to employer-provided housing under a final Department of Labor rule on H-2A temporary worker protec... continue reading »
Second-generation strawberry grower receives impact award
Second-generation strawberry grower Mayra Paniagua has received the Strawberry Industry Impact Award from the Santa Maria Valley Chamber of Commerce. ... continue reading »
Braga Fresh executive named Grower-Shipper Foundation Ag Woman of the Year
Colby Pereira, chief operating officer of conventional and organic vegetable grower Braga Fresh, has been named the Grower-Shipper Foundation Ag Woman... continue reading »
