Labor
Red Sun Farms relies on high tech to grow year-round produce
Red Sun Farms stands as one of North America’s largest, fully vertically integrated high-tech greenhouse growing operations. With complete ownership and control of the entire process, from seed selection to retail delivery, the company ensures... more »
Trump ag cabinet nominees could help ag
Out with the old and in with the new. As opposed to some of the new president’s cabinet nominees who have proven to be controversial during the U.S. Senate confirmation process, the ones Donald Trump... more »
Fresh Views: Individuals key to ag advocacy
The importance of having a seat at the table should not be unheeded or undervalued. Remaining diligent in advocating for farmer needs ensures that farmer voices are heard at the local, state and federal levels.... more »
H-2A rule blocked
A U.S. Department of Labor rule preventing agricultural employers from retaliating against migrant workers with H-2A temporary work visas who organize to form labor unions has been halted. The rule, which also protected workers against... more »
NCAE works to secure labor wins for America’s farm families
Instead of being impressed with the Department of Labor’s arguments, the judge appeared distressed. On Nov. 4, a Federal District Court judge for the Eastern District of Kentucky in Lexington heard the challenge brought by... more »
American Farm Bureau sets new year’s policies
Farmer and rancher delegates to the American Farm Bureau Federation’s (AFBF) 106th convention on Jan 28 adopted policies to guide the organization’s work in 2025. Key topics at the San Antonio, Texas, convention ranged from... more »
Farmworker of the Year nominations being accepted
Farmworkers sought for Farmworker of the Year honors EFI seeking nominations for Farmworker of the Year award The Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) is working to recognize the skilled individuals who work tirelessly every day to... more »
USDA increases funding for new specialty crop program
A program designed to enhance the competitiveness of U.S. specialty crops has gotten an infusion of funds, a higher payment cap and an extended application deadline. The USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) is adding an... more »
