Ground Beef Import Proclamation Signed by POTUS, H-2A Worker Wage Rate Verdict

Line on Agriculture
President Donald Trump's proclamation to remove tariffs on 300,000 metric tons of imported lean beef trimmings has drawn criticism from some Republicans and the U.S. cattle industry, including the National Cattlemen's Beef Association.

A federal judge has invalidated a Trump administration rule that would have lowered wages for some foreign farm workers, citing insufficient public input.

H-2A Program Growth Renews Labor Reform Conversation

Southeast Regional Ag News
As use of the H-2A guest worker program climbs, proposed legislation aims to modernize rules that have remained largely unchanged for nearly 40 years.

Onboarding That Works

California Ag Today
A structured training process makes all the difference in agriculture.

Learning the Ropes

Southeast Regional Ag News
Proper onboarding prevents costly mistakes and builds confidence in the field.

Farm Groups Push for H-2A Reform in Washington

Southeast Regional Ag News
Agricultural leaders from across the Southeast joined the Ag Wage Reform Coalition to urge Congress to strengthen the guest worker program farmers rely on.

Finding Help in Agriculture

California Ag Today
Short-term labor, internships, and apprenticeships offer different solutions for farms and ranches.

Farm Help Needed, Farm Help Needed Website Launched

Line on Agriculture
Farm Hand on Demand is a platform connecting farms with temporary labor. The platform aims to address workforce shortages in agriculture by enabling users to search for workers by location.

Rebuilding the Ranch Workforce

California Ag Today
A new podcast examines why agriculture’s labor pipeline is failing and what comes next.

Finding the Next Generation

Southeast Regional Ag News
A new podcast explores how agriculture can attract, train, and retain skilled employees.

Where Bees Rest and Work Continues

California Ag Today
As bees settle in for the night, worker safety takes center stage in the almond orchard.

USDA Shares Plans for Dairy Support and Food Assistance

California Ag Today
Officials say the changes could affect producers while helping supply food banks nationwide.

USDA Expands Dairy Coverage and Food Aid

Southeast Regional Ag News
The department says the moves are meant to support producers while improving access to nutritious food.

Federal CARE Act Aims to Update Child Labor Standards for Agriculture

Southeast Regional Ag News
Rep. Raul Ruiz reintroduces the bill as national farmworker groups and limited past Southeast support highlight ongoing safety concerns for young workers

Federal CARE Act Reintroduced to Strengthen Child Labor Protections in Agriculture

California Ag Today
California Congressman Raul Ruiz revives legislation aimed at aligning farm labor rules for minors with national standards

Farmworker Photo Exhibition Opens at UC Davis

California Ag Today
Nearly 90 black-and-white images by David Bacon honor the history and resilience of California farmworkers, on display through December 14 at UC Davis.

Pork Industry Needs Workforce

Line on Agriculture
One of the priorities for the National Pork Producers Council is ensuring an ag workforce remains in place.

AFBF: Farmers Win Relief from Wage Hike RuleThe court’s decision halts new H-2A wage requirements, offering breathing room for small producers.

Southeast Regional Ag News
Organization says the court’s decision halts new H-2A wage requirements, offering breathing room for small producers.

Florida Farm Bill Signed into Law

Southeast Regional Ag News
Florida’s 2025 Farm Bill is now law. With strong bipartisan support, the legislation brings sweeping changes aimed at strengthening agriculture and consumer protections across the state.

Deportation and Migrant U.S. Farmworkers

Southeast Regional Ag News
President-elect Donald Trump on Monday confirmed he would declare a national emergency to carry out his campaign promise of mass deportations of migrants living in the U.S. without legal permission.

Farmer Worker Needed, Video Game Experience Required

Southeast Regional Ag News
Autonomous tractors are prompting a shift in the type of farm workers needed to get the job done.