Ways Farmers Can Avoid Being Left Out in the Cold by ICE By Frank Giles|January 17, 2018 Knowing the difference between an immigration audit and raid can save you money and stress.Read More
Senate Democrats Unveil New Ag Labor Plan Posted by David Eddy|May 4, 2017 Feinstein, colleagues introduce legislation to shield farmworkers from deportation.
Immigration Enforcement Warning Issued by Western Growers Posted by David Eddy|February 10, 2017 Association advises members to prepare for Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids in wake of Trump’s executive order.
New York Representatives Introduce Bill to Move H-2A from Department of Labor to Department of Agriculture Posted by Christina Herrick|January 19, 2017 Legislators say the move aligns the program in the department to better fit the needs of agriculture businesses.
The Truth About Most Farmworkers [Opinion] By David Eddy|April 28, 2016 Just ask any grower who has placed a help wanted ad.
Common Sense On Immigration [Opinion: One Grower’s Take] By Brad Hollabaugh|April 27, 2016 We need a guest worker program if we’re going to feed America and ensure our national security.
New Study Finds Traditional Migrant Workers Older, Female, Settling Down Posted by David Eddy|April 26, 2016 Ball State University research shows many of the agricultural migrant workers of the past just aren’t migrating any more.
Farm Bureau Says Labor Visa Backlogs Threaten 2016 Crops Posted by Christina Herrick|April 26, 2016 Agency calls for swifter processing of paperwork so growers’ requests for crews can be met.
More Than 1,000 Ag-Workers Stranded At Mexican Border Posted by Lauren María Alexander|June 18, 2015 According to a news alert from The Department of State, a hardware failure in the State Department facility […]
Washington Tree Fruit Grower Hit With $2.25 Million Fine After ICE Audit By Growing Produce Staff|June 5, 2015 Broetje Orchards makes no admission of wrongdoing and notes no allegations or findings of criminal conduct.
Industry Organizations Sound Off On President’s Immigration Plan Posted by David Eddy|November 21, 2014 Agriculture is not given the attention it so sorely deserves when it comes to the immigration debate.
Orchard Owner Talks About Using Migrant Workers Posted by Christina Herrick|September 24, 2014 Labor is needed to help harvest apple crop in the fall.
Border Crisis Not Helping Farmers By Frank Giles|August 19, 2014 As thousands cross into the U.S. seeking refuge, calls for ag labor reform are lost in the uproar.
Fruit Growers Speak Out In Favor Of Immigration Reform Posted by Christina Herrick|August 1, 2014 The needs are great for agriculture labor, say blueberry, peach growers.
Midwest Grower Voices Concern About Immigration Reform Posted by Christina Bucciere|July 8, 2014 Illinois farmer airs grievances about immigration hurdles interfering with hiring
United Fresh Urges Congress To Act On Immigration Reform Posted by Christina Bucciere|July 7, 2014 Association’s statement exudes frustration over ongoing labor issues.
Western Growers: Only Party Politics Is Stopping Immigration Reform Posted by David Eddy|June 30, 2014 CEO Tom Nassif calls for action: “There may never be another Republican president during my lifetime.”
United Fresh Urges Speaker Boehner To Take Action On Immigration Reform Posted by David Eddy|February 28, 2014 A total of 636 business groups across the U.S. sign letter stating that if done properly reform will deter illegal immigration.
California Grape & Tree Fruit Association’s Top 10 Issues In 2014 Posted by David Eddy|January 20, 2014 Immigration reform and labor surprisingly top water supply.
What’s Ahead For 2014 By David Eddy|January 6, 2014 David Eddy takes a fun spin on the tradition of making predictions for the coming year.