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Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Labor and Immigration”

Important Labor Questions for Farmers and Ranchers

Jim Rogers October 26, 2020 Labor and Immigration, Radio Reports

With 2020 quickly coming to a close, industry members are looking ahead at some of the labor concerns coming in 2021. Executive Director for the California Farm Labor Contractor Association …

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Virtual Ag Labor Forum Coming Up November 17-18

Jim Rogers October 21, 2020 Labor and Immigration, Radio Reports

The California Farm Labor Contractor Association (CFLCA) is hosting the annual Ag Labor Forum online this year, on November 17 and 18. The theme for this year’s event is ‘Management in …

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Housing for the Harvest Program Expands to Santa Barbara

Brian German September 4, 2020 Agri-Business, Labor and Immigration

After an announcement from the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) the Housing for the Harvest Program has been expanded. Santa Barbara County will now be joining Fresno and …

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Industry Members Encouraged to Engage on SB 1383

Brian German August 14, 2020 Labor and Immigration, Legislative

Senate Bill 1383 is currently being considered in the California Assembly. The bill seeks to expand the reach of the California Family Rights Act (CFRA). Employers with as few as …

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New Multifaceted Farmworker Safety Campaign Launched

Brian German August 5, 2020 Agri-Business, Labor and Immigration

The California Farmworker Foundation (CFF) has launched a new farmworker safety campaign to help workers and their families stay safe through the pandemic. The campaign, La Seguridad Empieza con Usted, …

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How to Avoid COVID-19 Paid Sick Leave Penalties

Brian German June 26, 2020 Labor and Immigration, Regulation

It is important for employers to fully understand what is required under the Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act (EPSLA) provisions of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA). A farming …

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Farmworker Housing Construction Gets Easier in San Luis Obispo

Brian German June 25, 2020 Agri-Business, Labor and Immigration

The construction of farmworker housing should be a bit simpler in San Luis Obispo (SLO) County after a series of actions by the SLO County Board of Supervisors. The country …

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COVID-19 Safety Measures Complicate Heat Illness Prevention

Brian German June 9, 2020 Agri-Business, Labor and Immigration

The safety protocols implemented as a means of combating the spread of COVID-19 will complicate the plans for heat illness prevention.  The requirement for wearing face-coverings while working will make …

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Heat Illness Prevention Critical During First Triple-Digit Heatwave

Brian German May 27, 2020 Agri-Business, Labor and Immigration

With the first heatwave of the season coming to California, heat illness prevention becomes a critical aspect for farming operations to consider. Tulare County Farm Bureau Executive Director Tricia Stever …

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Newsom Moves Forward with Workers’ Compensation Order

Brian German May 7, 2020 Agri-Business, Labor and Immigration

Governor Gavin Newsom has moved forward with making significant changes to the workers’ compensation system in California.  On May 6 Governor Newsom signed an Executive Order to expand the scope …

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Newsom Considers Passing Pandemic Cost onto Employers Through Workers’ Compensation

Brian German April 22, 2020 Agri-Business, Labor and Immigration

Governor Gavin Newsom is considering an executive order that could significantly increase the cost of workers’ compensation insurance during the COVID-19 pandemic.  The order would substantially expand the criteria of …

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San Luis Obispo Addresses Farmworker Housing Locally

Brian German April 20, 2020 Agri-Business, Labor and Immigration

Agricultural industry members in San Luis Obispo County have been working with local county officials to address farmworker housing concerns.  Executive Director of the San Luis Obispo County Farm Bureau, …

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California Prune Board Keeping Industry Informed and Safe During Pandemic

Brian German April 16, 2020 Agri-Business, Labor and Immigration

The California Prune Board is working to keep industry members up to date with the latest information regarding COVID-19 and ensure the safety of everybody on the farm.  An emphasis …

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Increased H-2A Flexibility to Ensure Food Production Continues

Brian German April 15, 2020 Agri-Business, Labor and Immigration

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has made an announcement to allow more H-2A flexibility, with the support of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).  The temporary final rule will …

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