Regulations
Cucumbers, fruits among list of U.S. goods targeted by retaliatory Canadian tariffs
Cucumbers, along with a long list of fruits, are among U.S. goods targeted in the first phase of retaliatory tariffs announced March 4 by Canada. Canada’s Department of Finance announced 25% tariffs on a list... more »
Rural California concerned about deportation efforts
The U.S. Border Patrol’s rounding-up of migrants at border crossings has generated concern from the California Farm Bureau. There are reports of agriculture employees not leaving their homes or sending their children to school, according... more »
Michigan H-2A labor wage rates drive coalition response
Michigan’s fruit and vegetable industry leaders are working to educate the public and influence federal lawmakers about the burden of rising Michigan H-2A labor wage rates. The Protect... more »
Specialty crop leaders weigh in on Trump’s second term
As the second Donald Trump presidential administration begins governing, the agriculture community is closely watching how policies could affect the specialty crop sector. Farm labor challenges in the vegetable industry remain a top concern, alongside... more »
Labor forum highlights 2024, future successes
That’s a wrap! The 11th Annual Ag Employer Labor Forum held at the beautiful M Resort near Las Vegas is in the books and will be remembered for many things. Once again, the event sold... more »
Senate confirms Rollins as new USDA leader
The U.S. Senate has confirmed Brooke Rollins, a Texas lawyer who served as chief for domestic policy during Donald Trump’s first administration, as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture. Rollins is a conservative legal activist and public... more »
Farm Labor Regulatory Updates: How Trump’s Cabinet Picks Could Reshape Ag Workforce Policy
While some of the new president's cabinet nominees sparked controversy during Senate confirmation hearings, Donald Trump's picks tied to farm labor faced little resistance. Now, the incoming leaders at the Labor, Agriculture, Homeland Security, and... 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 »
