Category: Regulations
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.
Produce leader bemoans Mexican import impacts, requests seasonal safeguards
The president of the Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association is speaking out on the impact of Mexican produce imports. Find out what he said.
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.
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.
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.
Labor Department to resume H-2A application processing
The U.S. Department of Labor has resumed processing H-2A and H-2B applications during the government shutdown. Learn more.
NCAE ag labor forum sessions announced
The National Council of Agricultural Employers has announced its labor forum lineup. Read about what’s planned.
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.
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.
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.
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.
U.S. ag exports harmed amid trade disputes, competition
U.S. ag exports are declining. Read how American ag is falling behind other countries.
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.
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.
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.
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.
“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.
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.
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
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