Category: Labor
Five state coalition demands USDA AEWR transparency
A coalition of five produce groups seeks transparency on AEWR rates. Learn which groups are pressing USDA to release wage rate rule details.
Judge sets hearing for AEWR challenge
AEWR faces legal challenge as federal judge sets hearing date. Learn what’s at stake for farmers and ranchers.
NCAE advocates to cut red tape crippling ag
NCAE urges the DOJ to eliminate harmful regulations hurting U.S. agriculture. Learn which rules they say are crushing farmers.
Preparing for labor policy changes
Challenges surrounding labor are growing more complex. Learn more about how growers can navigate the shifting ag labor landscape.
Bridging the political divide
Politics were different in the past. Learn how one political leader helped shape immigration policy by reaching across the aisle.
Farm market challenges: Labor, input costs drive farm market pricing
Inflation, inputs and labor press farm markets. Learn about the challenges facing farm market operators in this year’s Farm Market Survey.
innov8.ag buys ag labor tracking firm
AgTech company innov8.ag has acquired 2nd Sight Bioscience. Learn how the move will help specialty crop growers improve labor efficiencies.
H-2A hiring strategies support Bellair Farms
H-2A labor support from másLabor brought stability to Bellair Farm. Learn how smart hiring builds a reliable, professional farm workforce.
Trump suggests legal pathway for undocumented farmworkers amid deportation push
Trump has suggested a legal path for undocumented farmworkers who leave and reenter the U.S. Get more details on his comments.
EFI streamlines worker certification program
Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) has streamlined its workforce certification process. Learn how the change impacts growers and farmworkers.
NCAE urges USDA to investigate undisbursed funds to farmers
The NCAE is urging the USDA to release funds designated to aid farmers. Read how the undisbursed funds are putting a strain on farmers.
New administration brings ag policy changes
The Trump administration has brought big changes to U.S. agriculture. Learn more about the potential impacts of these policies on ag labor.
NCAE launches search for new president and CEO
The National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE) is looking for an ag labor expert to serve as the organization’s new president and CEO.
Stevenson’s Strawberries thrives as one of Maine’s top pick-your-own strawberry farms
Learn how Stevenson’s Strawberries grew into one of Maine’s top pick-your-own strawberry farms, thriving on resilience and customer loyalty.
U.S. growers face mounting labor challenges — share your insights with VGN
Farm labor shortages are growing — how are you adapting? Share your insights in VGN’s 2025 Labor Survey for a chance to win a $50 gift card.
Michigan H-2A labor wage rates drive coalition response
A coalition of Michigan grower groups are working on H-2A reform. Learn more about the coalition’s efforts to educate the public on rising AEWR rates.
Specialty crop leaders weigh in on Trump’s second term
Specialty crop leaders discuss farm labor challenges vegetable industry faces in 2025 under Trump’s new administration, from H-2A to trade.
Labor forum highlights 2024, future successes
H-2A labor policies are challenging. Read about what was learned at the 11th Annual Ag Employer Labor Forum.
NCAE webinar to prepare ag industry for ICE raids
NCAE is hosting a webinar to help the ag community prepare for potential ICE raids. Learn more about the webinar and register today.