…Smith emphasized the company’s growth outlook while downplaying concerns about potential labor shortages due to mass deportations and the continued impact of bird flu on the meat industry. Smith said…
California Lettuce Growers see Increase in Compliance Costs
…and minimum wage mandates. The most significant increases were in labor, health insurance, and water quality compliance. California Lettuce Growers see Increase in Compliance Costs Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester…
American Agriculture History Minute: Growing Was One Thing, Harvesting Was Another
…history, but harvesting it, certainly another. Imagine doing the job by hand. No combines, no tractors, just a man, a horse, and a wagon. Beginning in the 1920s, labor saving…
Duvall Addresses Ag Labor, Other Topics at AFBF Convention
…important steps taken. We helped a house task force develop ag labor recommendations, and we convinced the Department of Labor to come to the table and discuss short term solutions.”…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 01-14-25
…implications for the agricultural sector, which heavily relies on immigrant labor. The discussion includes concerns about health clinics facing false social media rumors, the fear of profiling in everyday activities,…
Ports Agreement Secures Future for U.S. Red Meat Exports
…reached a tentative agreement on a six-year master labor contract covering ports along the East and Gulf Coasts. The announcement is seen as a significant step toward maintaining stability in…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-10-25
…despite challenges from bird flu outbreaks. He also emphasized the importance of the H-2A visa program for seasonal agricultural labor, noting a 2% increase in certified positions for fiscal year…
Farmers Expected to Face Tighter Profit Margins in 2025
…decrease is labor and USDA predicts a mixed outlook for input prices in the coming year. Farmers Expected to Face Tighter Profit Margins in 2025 Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester…
H-2A Program Sees Slight Increase
…the Department of Labor, 384,900 H-2A positions were certified, marking a two percent increase—or 6,000 more positions—than fiscal year 2023. John Walt Boatright, director of government affairs for the American…
Discussions on the Agricultural Labor Issue
DepositPhotos image A recent panel covered continuing issues regarding the agricultural labor work force, as well as possible solutions. Rod Bain reports. Discussions on the Agricultural Labor Issue Sponsored Content…
Potential Port Work Stoppage Threatens U.S. Agricultural Exports
…port automation for East and Gulf Coast ports. Their existing labor agreement is due to expire on January 15, raising the possibility of another strike or work stoppage that could…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 12-30-24
…complexity of transitioning to more sustainable energy sources, especially in agriculture. Lorrie Boyer talks with Bryan Little, chief operating officer for farm employer labor service, which is an affiliated company…
World Ag Expo® Announces 2025 Top-10 New Product Contest Winners
…2026. AutoFill is designed to reduce labor costs by up to 75% and increase harvest efficiency by automating labor-intensive tasks such as de-stacking and filling lugs. AutoFill improves efficiency when harvesting…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-19-24
…has seen three times more demand than funding. Brillinger emphasized the economic benefits, including water and labor savings, but noted the high capital costs (up to $700,000) that hinder smaller…