Category: Labor
Applications for next round of AgriProspects funding now open
Extension grants and scholarships to support workforce training and education in the ag sector are now open. Get more details and apply now.
Low-hanging fruit opportunities
NCAE urges agencies to cut costly ag labor rules like AEWR and worker access regs. Learn what’s at stake and how reform would help growers.
Legislation would provide path to legal status for certain immigrants
The proposed Dignity Act of 2025 would offer legal status to certain undocumented immigrants. Learn about what’s at stake for ag labor.
California ag employers push back on proposed Cal/OSHA heat, smoke rules
California ag groups say proposed Cal/OSHA heat and smoke rules place unfair burdens on the industry. Discover what the impact may look like.
May/June 2025 issue highlights: Pest, labor and water insights
Discover timely advice on pest control, water scarcity, labor challenges and more in the May/June 2025 issue of National Nut Grower.
Farm groups react to DOL H-2A final rule suspension
The DOL has suspended an H-2A worker protection rule. Read how various industry groups are reacting to the change.
NCAE celebrates suspension of worker protection rule
NCAE weighs in on worker protection rule suspension. See why ag labor employers are raising concerns and what could come next.
Labor Department suspends contested H-2A worker protection rule
The H-2A worker protection rule has been suspended. Read more about the Labor Department’s halting the contested rule.
Agricultural workers in spotlight amid ongoing immigration raids
Farmworker raids are stirring backlash from ag leaders and raising food supply fears. See how policy shifts are impacting U.S. agriculture.
Labor logistics present complicated puzzle
H-2A reform could stabilize ag labor amid enforcement crackdowns and rising costs. Discover what’s at stake amid ongoing policy shifts.
Coalition seeks transparency in AEWR calculation process
A coalition of five produce groups seeks transparency on AEWR rates. Learn which groups are pressing USDA to release wage rate rule details.
Judge sets hearing for AEWR challenge
AEWR faces legal challenge as federal judge sets hearing date. Learn what’s at stake for farmers and ranchers.
NCAE advocates to cut red tape crippling ag
NCAE urges the DOJ to eliminate harmful regulations hurting U.S. agriculture. Learn which rules they say are crushing farmers.
Trump suggests legal pathway for undocumented farmworkers amid deportation push
Trump has suggested a legal path for undocumented farmworkers who leave and reenter the U.S. Get more details on his comments.
NCAE launches search for new president and CEO
The National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE) is looking for an ag labor expert to serve as the organization’s new president and CEO.