Category: Labor

INDUSTRY NEWS | Sep 02, 2025

Farm groups applaud USDA decision to end farm labor survey

USDA has discontinued its farm labor survey, easing pressure on farm wages and H-2A employers. Discover why growers call it a major victory.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Aug 28, 2025

National ag groups commend AEWR decision

National ag groups are applauding a court’s AEWR decision. Read how the latest AEWR Methodology rule change affects growers.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Aug 20, 2025

Report finds organic farming in Maine sees gains, setbacks

MOFGA’s new report shows 15 years of growth but recent decline in Maine organic ag. Discover the trends shaping the state’s organic sector.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Aug 11, 2025

Collection of H-2A certification fees to be temporarily suspended

The OFLC will pause H-2A certification fee collection Sept. 2 during a transition to electronic payments. Learn what employers need to know.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jul 30, 2025

Applications for next round of AgriProspects funding now open

Extension grants and scholarships to support workforce training and education in the ag sector are now open. Get more details and apply now.

Organic Grower Magazine | Summer 2025

2025 Ag Labor Survey shows grower worries over AEWR, labor rules

Labor costs and H-2A wage hikes are pushing growers to cut crops, downsize or consider leaving farming. Get insights from our labor survey now.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jul 24, 2025

Low-hanging fruit opportunities

NCAE urges agencies to cut costly ag labor rules like AEWR and worker access regs. Learn what’s at stake and how reform would help growers.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jul 16, 2025

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.

Organic Grower Magazine | Summer 2025

Soaring AEWR costs: Adverse Effect Wage Rates harming growers

Adverse Effect Wage Rates (AEWR) are exploding. Read how the increases are harming growers and what states have the highest rates.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jul 01, 2025

Industry groups react to DOL H-2A final rule suspension

The DOL has suspended an H-2A worker protection rule. Read how industry groups are reacting to the change.

Organic Grower Magazine | Summer 2025

Apple woes: Trade wars, costs jeopardize apple growers

U.S. apple growers are facing rising input costs, labor pressures and trade competition. Get more insights from the latest USApple webinar.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jun 25, 2025

NCAE marks suspension of worker protection rule

NCAE weighs in on worker protection rule suspension. See why ag labor employers are raising concerns and what could come next.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jun 24, 2025

Labor Department suspends contested H-2A worker protection rule

The H-2A worker protection rule has been suspended. Read more about the Labor Department’s halting the contested H-2A worker protection rule.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jun 17, 2025

NPC welcomes Trump comments addressing agricultural workers

Trump signals support for farm workers as ag groups like the NPC urge smart immigration policy. See how policy shifts may affect ag labor.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jun 11, 2025

Spring 2025 issue highlights: Farm market data, mentorship and labor policy

Organic Grower’s Spring 2025 issue covers farm markets, mentorship and ag labor reform. Read the highlights and digital issue now.

Organic Grower Magazine | Spring 2025

Ag Labor Review: Trump administration teases ag worker solution

Trump signals ag labor fix through self-deportation and reentry idea. Read Michael Marsh’s column to see how it could impact the workforce.

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