H-2A Program Giving Ag Workers More Protection Finalized

There are best practices supported by research and demonstrated solutions that can be considered to support and enhance this vital sector.

Unique vegetable operation invests in its employees’ future by supporting their educational goals (including their kids).

Farmworkers living in licensed housing facilities in the state found to be three times safer than workers living in local communities.

California foundation encourages farmworkers to keep themselves and their families safe during the pandemic.

University of California study examines health and safety awareness around mounting threat of wildfires.

Paul Baker, a fruit and vegetable grower as well as the Director of New York’s fruit association, raises the alarm on the unintended long-term consequences of the potential law.

Appellate decision says exclusion of farmworkers in state’s Employee Relations Act is unconstitutional.

State senator from Seattle has proposed law angering growers who are insulted at the implied accusation of mistreatment.

Vista Santa Rosa Inc., cited for failing to provide 1,374 seasonal farmworkers in California with final paychecks in timely manner.

Supervisor training and better communication can help ensure fair treatment of laborers.

Decision in Washington impacts $10 billion agricultural industry and more than 100,000 fieldworkers in the state.

Start planning for a world where there won’t be just a shortage of laborers who helped make America’s tree fruit industry remarkable – there will be virtually zero.

California Association of Winegrape Growers Foundation awards $30,000 in student scholarships.

Just ask any grower who has placed a help wanted ad.

Extensive labor standards, on-the-job training, and strong work ethic create upward mobility.