Category: crop-production
H-2A employers: Review new AEWR wage requirements
Most employers must comply beginning Aug. 3 while employers in certain states covered by a federal court order have until Aug. 17.
NCAE-led coalition files Supreme Court brief in H-2A labor case
The filing contends that Congress authorized the Department of Labor to assess penalties for H-2A violations but did not authorize the agency to establish its own binding adjudication system.
The leadership gap in specialty crop farming: Meet the program working to close it
Find out about a program helping farm supervisors learn to lead people, not just manage harvests and operations.
Ag Labor Review: When Rural America loses its seat at the table, we all pay a price
Farmers must engage with stakeholders early, speak clearly and connect field to grocery store shelf
2026 Farm Labor Survey: Growers turn to H-2A, automation to fill workforce gaps
A deep dive into grower-sourced data reveals labor shortages and major cost increases, H-2A program dependence and automation upside.
Long awaited SAWA labor reform drops, H-2A and immigration debate continues
The bill would overhaul the H-2A guest worker program while dividing agricultural organizations and immigration advocates over its approach to workforce reform.
Federal court upholds enforcement of new AEWR wage rule
A federal court denied an effort to block the revised AEWR wage rule for H-2A workers, allowing the labor regulation to remain active.
Think your good boy (or girl) is the best? Nominations open for 2027 Farm Dog of the Year
The competition recognizes farm dogs that support agricultural operations and includes cash prizes. Learn how to enter and review eligibility requirements.
University of Maryland releases guide on biocontrol for thrips
Learn how biological control agents can manage thrips and mites in high tunnels and greenhouses. Read the full University of Maryland guide today.
Survey: U.S. fertilizer situation messy as low availability, high prices deliver big blow to farmer pockets
Nearly six in 10 farmers report worsening finances, reflecting rising fertilizer and fuel costs during spring planting. See the latest data.
Mesotunnels and muskmelons: optimization of organic row covers
A research-based deep dive into using mesotunnels to optimize row covers in sustainable ag and certified organic systems.
Dicamba is back: What organic growers need to know
Dicamba drift is once again a concern for Midwest fruit and specialty crop growers. Find out how to protect your operation this season.
Feeding the Economy report highlights $10.4T impact of U.S. ag
The 2026 Feeding the Economy report shows how the U.S. food and ag sector drives a $10.4T economy. Explore key report insights now.
Take Organic Grower’s 2026 Labor Survey
OG has launched its 2026 Labor Survey to track workforce trends and challenges. Take the survey and share your farm’s labor experience.
UC-Santa Barbara seeks blueberry growers for pollination study
UC researchers are surveying growers on managed and wild bee use in specialty crops. Take the survey to share your insights.