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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 a... more
Cherry Industry Administrative Board seeks board members
The Cherry Industry Administrative Board (CIAB) is seeking nominations for grower members and at-large members. The CIAB is also seeking a public member and a public alternate. Member terms run from 2026 through 2027, 2028 and 2029. No... 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 upcoming ag labor forum. ... more
Investigation to probe Chinese trade practices
As President Donald Trump left for a tour of Asia last week, his administration announced a trade investigation into China’s apparent failure to uphold the terms of the Phase One trade deal signed in 2020. The Office of the United State... more
Applications for USHBC blueberry leadership program now open
The U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC) has announced the graduation of the third class of fellows in its Blueberry Industry Leadership Program and is seeking applicants for its fourth class. The Oct. 10 graduation marks the culmination of ... more
AEWR labor coalition recommends Washington lawmakers help growers
As Washington searches for ways to keep the lights on, the AEWR Agricultural Labor Coalition says the same urgency should be applied to America’s farms. Up to 34 farm and agribusiness groups are calling for permanent labor wage rate reform. ... more
U.S. ag exports harmed amid trade disputes, competition
Though row crops remain the backbone of U.S. agriculture, export markets are shrinking as fruit and vegetable imports exceed exports, according to a recent University of Illinois study. The U.S. has long been an agricultural powerhouse with a str... more
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