Category: Labor
New multistate coalition calls for AEWR calculation transparency
Learn what organizations have joined the coalition and what actions they plan to take in advocating for specialty crop growers
Labor logjam: Spudman survey finds frustrations
Respondents express thoughts about H-2A program, worker shortages
Farmers and advocacy groups sue DOL over new H-2A rule
A coalition of farmers and agricultural advocacy groups has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), challenging new H-2A regulations.
Grower advocate joins IFPA government relations staff
International Fresh Produce Association adds Sarah Neagu-Reed to its government relations division
EFI farmworker videos win recognition
Equitable Food Initiative has recently received recognition for video presentations that highlight the plight of U.S. farmworkers.
The Lighter Side
Farmers are known for having good senses of humor; they like to smile and laugh.
2023 Spudman Survey results are in
This year the survey highlighted labor needs for potato growers
EFI highlights new video series made by and about farmworkers
Equitable Foods Initiative announced the development and release of a two video series, A Day in the Life of a Farmworker.
USDA seeks input on new farm labor shortage pilot program
The USDA has a new grant program it says will address labor shortages in agriculture, reduce irregular migration through increased use of legal pathways and improve labor protections for farmworkers.