Search Results for: National Council of Agricultural Employers

INDUSTRY NEWS | Aug 03, 2026

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.

Vegetable Growers News | July 2026

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

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jun 30, 2026

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.

INDUSTRY NEWS | May 19, 2026

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.

Vegetable Growers News | April 2026

Ag Labor Review: Why political insurance, engagement today protects agriculture tomorrow

Learn how consistent community engagement can take your ag advocacy to higher levels.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Mar 25, 2026

Ag labor alert: April NCAE webinar on Interim Final Rule changes

Learn how new labor rules impact your operation. Register for this free webinar to get practical compliance tips and expert insights.

Vegetable Growers News | March 2026

Ag Labor Review: The changing face of American agriculture

Find out how ag labor discussions in D.C. are shifting and why there’s optimism among farm labor advocates.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Feb 25, 2026

Powerful partnership: How Jamaica’s H-2 workers withstood Hurricane Melissa

Learn how a devastating natural disaster demonstrated the teamwork that powers the H-2 program partnership between Jamaica and U.S. farmers.

Vegetable Growers News | February 2026

Ag Labor Review: Finish the job on H-2A

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jan 28, 2026

New on-demand webinar explores labor challenges and opportunities for growers

Watch the webinar to hear directly from industry experts and gain insight to help guide labor planning for the seasons ahead.

Vegetable Growers News | January 2026

Ag Labor Review: Taking the reins

The National Council of Agricultural Employers welcomed a new leader in January. Get up-to-speed on his priorities for ag labor reform.

Vegetable Growers News | December 2025

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.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 25, 2025

Labor groups sue Trump administration to reverse H-2A wage cuts

Find out why ag labor advocacy groups and 17 farm workers are suing the Trump administration to reverse a recent ruling.

Vegetable Growers News | November 2025

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.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Nov 18, 2025

Federal officials to speak at NCAE’s Ag Labor Forum

NCAE’s Ag Labor Forum has added two top federal speakers. Read who from DOL and USDA are planning to speak.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 31, 2025

NCAE ag labor forum sessions announced

The National Council of Agricultural Employers has announced its labor forum lineup. Read about what’s planned.

Vegetable Growers News | October 2025

NCAE sees a light at the end of the tunnel in labor battle

There may be some good news coming on the labor front. Read why NCAE’s Michael Marsh is seeing a light at the end of the tunnel.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 17, 2025

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.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 13, 2025

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.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Sep 30, 2025

“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.

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