Category: Labor
EFI seeking nominations for Farmworker of the Year award
The Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) is working to recognize the skilled individuals who work tirelessly every day to bring fresh fruits and vegetables to Americans’ tables.
2024 National Nut Grower Labor Survey Report
National Nut Grower surveyed tree nut growers on a variety of labor topics. See their feedback on automation, wage requirements and more.
International Fresh Produce Association responds to Trump election
Following the Nov. 5 U.S. election results, which will return former President Donald Trump to the White House and reshape the 119th Congress, International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) CEO Cathy Burns issued a statement.
Farm Bureau congratulates President-elect Trump
The American Farm Bureau Federation is congratulating President-elect Donald Trump.
Federal Court set to hear NCAE lawsuit challenging farm labor rule
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky has scheduled a hearing for Nov. 4, to address a lawsuit filed by NCAE.
NCAE Ag Employer Labor Forum set for December in Las Vegas
The National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE) is hosting its Ag Employer Forum from Dec. 4-6 at the M Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada.
USDA not expecting immediate shortages because of ports labor disputes
The workers strike on the East Coast and Gulf Coast ports isn’t expected to bring immediate supply problems. That’s the view of the USDA.
Farmworker and grower employer group WAFLA changes name
A national farmworker and grower employer group is updating its name.
Farm labor groups sue over H-2A regulations
A group of growers and farm advocacy groups is challenging new H-2A rules in the courts.
NCAE sues to block new labor rule impacting farmers
The NCAE has filed a federal lawsuit against the Department of Labor’s new rule governing temporary agricultural workers.
Georgia Ag Labor Relations Forum speaker info available
Speakers have been named for the Georgia Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association’s (GFVGA) labor seminar.
Report: Migrant workers keep Americans fed, despite working in deadly heat
Despite working in extreme heat, a new study shows migrant workers remain dedicated to harvesting the crops that feed Americans.
Farmworker group honors ag’s unsung heroes
A farmworkers organization has honored notable farmworkers.
DOL H-2A lawsuit supported by ag employer group
An ag employers group is coming out in support of a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Labor’s new H-2A regulations.