Labor
Agritourism, organic and tech: 6 key themes from the 2025 Great Lakes EXPO
There’s no doubt Michigan is a hotbed of specialty crop production. A recent study coauthored by the Michigan Vegetable Council and Michigan State University confirms as much, saying the state today hosts over 3,000 fruit... more »
Low-hanging fruit opportunities
There is an abundance of low-hanging fruit. Think of it. You walk into a grove or an orchard, and there it is: All the apples, oranges or cherries, all hanging there easily within reach. No... more »
Farm worker labor groups sue Trump administration to reverse H-2A wage cuts
The United Farm Workers of America (UFWA) and the United Farm Worker Foundation (UFWF) filed a lawsuit behalf of 18 farm workers to reverse the Trump administration’s wage cut rule, according to a press release. UFWF... more »
Federal officials to speak at NCAE’s Ag Labor Forum
Leaders of two federal agencies that affect growers’ labor needs are scheduled to speak at the National Council of Agricultural Employers’ (NCAE) 2025 Ag Employer Labor Forum. U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer... more »
NCAE sees a light at the end of the tunnel in labor battle
Unfortunately, it’s been far too long since agricultural employers have had much to cheer about, but perhaps we are starting to see some light at the end of the tunnel. At this point, it appears... more »
Fresh Views: Sustainability for the future of farming
As the global population continues to grow and concerns for the health of the environment increase, the pressure on farmers to adopt sustainable growing practices has never been greater. Sustainability is about developing systems to... more »
Labor Department to resume processing of H-2A applications
The U.S. Department of Labor will resume processing H-2A and H-2B applications, activity designated essential during the government shutdown. The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) was among agricultural organizations that urged the action in an... more »
NCAE ag labor forum sessions announced
The National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE) has announced the lineup of thought leaders, economists and ag labor legal experts for its “Eye of the Storm: Investigating the IFR for American Ag” session at its... more »
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Michigan researchers flag rising grape risks
Blueberry legacy: Tawas Blueberry Farm remains a staple of its community
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Farm Market & Agritourism: Identifying underperforming products in your farm market
Ag Labor Review: Low-hanging fruit opportunities
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