Category: Regulations

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 29, 2025

Investigation to probe Chinese trade practices

A newly announced trade investigation will probe Chinese trade practices. Read more about the investigation in relation to the 2020 Phase One trade deal.

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.

Vegetable Growers News | October 2025

Protecting the plate: Why sound science must guide nation’s health policy

The MAHA Commission report is being discussed. Learn what aspects of the report are being greeted with caution by one industry advocate.

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 15, 2025

U.S. ag exports harmed amid trade disputes, competition

U.S. ag exports are declining. Read how American ag is falling behind other countries.

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 | Oct 10, 2025

Aid efforts, trade talks soldier on amid government shutdown

Specialty crop leaders urge targeted aid and continued trade talks as the government shutdown stalls relief. Learn what’s at stake for growers.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 02, 2025

New guidelines revise H-2A filings, AEWR rates

New guidelines regarding H-2A filings and AEWR rates have been issued. Learn what’s changing on the labor front.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Oct 01, 2025

USDA, Labor department investigating high farm input costs

The USDA is investigating high farm input costs. Learn what USDA and the Justice Department are doing about high grower costs.

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.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Sep 24, 2025

NCAE opens registration for 2025 Ag Employer Labor Forum

Registration has opened for the 2025 Ag Employer Labor Forum. Read more about how the event can help ag employers deal with labor headaches.

Vegetable Growers News | September 2025

ICE field raids harm growers, workers

ICE field raids are striking farm areas. Read more on how the federal raids are harming growers and workers

INDUSTRY NEWS | Sep 04, 2025

South Africa opens for U.S. fresh blueberries

The South Africa market has opened for U.S. blueberries. Read more about the change that will benefit fresh blueberries

INDUSTRY NEWS | Sep 02, 2025

Industry groups welcome USDA farm labor survey ending

The USDA farm labor survey is being discontinued. Read how leading ag groups think about the survey’s ending will help the industry.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Aug 28, 2025

National ag groups applaud AEWR decision

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

Vegetable Growers News | August 2025

Charting the path ahead: Navigating H-2A reform

The path ahead for H-2A. Read how growers can navigate government rules and H-2A reform.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Aug 04, 2025

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

A temporary suspension of collection of H-2A certification fees will take effect Sept. 2. Learn why the fees are being suspended.

INDUSTRY NEWS | Jul 29, 2025

Senate committee to hear testimony on USDA reorganization plan

The Senate Agriculture Committee will hear from the No. 2 official at the USDA about the department’s reorganization plan. Learn more about the plan.

Vegetable Growers News | July 2025

Low-hanging fruit opportunities

The Trump Administration is bringing regulatory relief. Learn about the low hanging fruit opportunities ripe for reform.

Vegetable Growers News | July 2025

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

The 2025 Ag Labor Survey is out. Read more about the challenges pressing growers.