The Supreme Court of the United States recently heard opening arguments about a case involving union access on California farms. At issue is California’s Agricultural Labor Relations Act that was…
Week in Review: Dismal Snowpack Reflects Drought Conditions, More COVID Relief Coming
…leadership, the Agriculture Workforce Coalition has called for action in regard to agriculture labor. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to receive all of the biggest headlines in agriculture every week….
Farm Groups Push for Swift Action on Agriculture Labor from The Senate
…in acquiring enough labor to keep up with production. The group asserts that agriculture labor reform would bring much-needed stability to the industry. California Farm Bureau Federation, National Milk Producers…
California Farmers Adjusting to Dramatic Increase to H-2A Wage Rate
…per hour in California. After a delay to the 2021 wage rate, the increase is a significant concern for farmers looking to budget their labor costs. “I think it’s going…
New Supplemental Paid Sick Leave Bill Goes into Effect March 29
…qualify for the payments under [SB 95]. If you have already paid the benefit, you don’t have to retroactively double pay it,” said Moody. California’s Division of Labor Standards Enforcement…
Recognizing the Importance of Farmers on National Ag Day
…value of our farmers, ranchers, and producers, and those who work in labor in our farm fields,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in his message highlighting the event. “These folks…
Capitol Ag Day: A Chance to Counter the Farm Sector COVID Response Narrative
…the Capitol lawn. Although, this year’s event is virtual, Farm Bureau leadership will still have an opportunity to speak directly with state law makers on various topics including labor, water…
‘Critically Important’ Farm Workforce Bill Receives House Approval
…described the bill as being “critically important” for providing labor stability in agriculture. “This bill’s not perfect. It’s the product of a negotiation that’s gone on for many, many years…
Vaccinating the CA Farm Labor Population Has Been ‘Hit or Miss’
…employees feel comfortable doing.” Listen to the full report below. Vaccinating the CA Farm Labor Population Has Been ‘Hit or Miss’ Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet News Hour Anchor Sponsored…
Farm Workforce Modernization Act Reintroduced with Ag Support
…includes E-Verify for agricultural employers, demonstrating our industry’s commitment to a long-term labor solution.” The National Milk Producers Federation, California Farm Bureau Federation, National Pork Producers Council, and California Fresh…
Week in Review: Five Percent Water Allocations Disappoint and H-2A Wages Climb to $16
…in the announcement. The U.S. Department of Labor has finally revealed what the Adverse Effect Wage Rate will be for 2021, with California ranking as the third-highest rate in the…
New AEWR from Department of Labor Brings California Up To $16.05
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has finally revealed what the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) will be for 2021. Employers of H-2A workers will now know what wage expectations…
Week in Review: WIIN Act Enhancements, Emerging Issue for Tomato Growers
…for tomato producers in California. The National Industrial Hemp Council and The Hemp Industries Association are looking into establishing a hemp checkoff program. With labor a constant concern for California…
Farm Mechanization Key to Addressing Labor Issues Moving Forward
…us if the labor shortage does get worse in the future.” Labor availability has been a continuous challenge in agriculture. Some projections estimate that the issue will continue to become…