Category: Labor
NCAE ag labor forum sessions announced
The National Council of Agricultural Employers has announced its labor forum lineup. Read about what’s planned.
AEWR labor coalition recommends Washington lawmakers help growers
An ag labor group wants Washington to help growers. Learn what members of the AEWR Agricultural Labor Coalition are requesting from federal lawmakers.
John Hollay named new president and CEO of National Council of Agricultural Employers
The National Council of Agricultural Employers has named John Hollay its next president and CEO. Read more about the transition.
H-2A wages: market vs. mandate
Ag is paying for a worker pay social program. Read how a previous presidential administration’s policies harmed farms.
Hanulcik Farm Market & Orchard’s central Michigan fruit heritage
Hanulcik Farm Market & Orchard began in 1936. Read how the family operation switched to a retail focus.
Shifting labor landscape: Actions spark optimism for long-term reform
The labor landscape is changing. Read how recent court actions have ignited optimism for long-term reform.
Apples at a turning point: Orchard removal, better varieties required for grower survival
Apple growers recently met in Chicago. Read about the state of the apple industry at the USApple Outlook conference.
USApple weighs in on Interim Final Rule revising AEWR methodology
USApple comments on Interim Final Rule revision. Learn what the growers group thinks about improving AEWR methodology.
“Eye of the Storm” panel investigating labor rule added to NCAE labor forum
A new session has been added to the 2025 Ag Employer Labor Forum. Read about how the forum is to tackle the DOL’s Interim Final Rule.
NCAE opens registration for 2025 Ag Employer Labor Forum
Registration has opened for the 2025 Ag Employer Labor Forum. Read more about how the event can help ag employers deal with labor headaches.
Industry groups welcome USDA farm labor survey ending
The USDA farm labor survey is being discontinued. Read how leading ag groups think about the survey’s ending will help the industry.
FIRA USA robotics conference returns
FIRA USA robotics conference returns. Read how this year’s show features more grower tech involvement.
National ag groups applaud AEWR decision
National ag groups are applauding a court’s AEWR decision. Read how the AEWR Methodology rule change affects growers.
Ag Labor Review: Barbershop talk reveals “good lobbyist”
Many don’t understand ag. In this month’s Ag Labor Review, columnist Michael Marsh discusses how barbershop talk reveals “good lobbyist.”
Collection of H-2A certification fees to be temporarily suspended
A temporary suspension of collection of H-2A certification fees will take effect Sept. 2. Learn why the fees are being suspended.
ICE field raids harm growers, workers
ICE field raids are striking farm areas. Read more on how the federal raids are harming growers and workers
Individuals key to ag advocacy: Growers must ensure their seat at the table
Individuals are key to ag advocacy. Read how Georgia Farm Bureau’s Raynor Churchwell wants to ensure growers get a seat at the table.
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 and American employers.
NCAE urges USDA to stop government grant abuse
A farmworker union is accused of abusing grants. Read more about the National Council of Agricultural Employers’ request for a USDA investigation.