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Japanese Beetle Reports and Deere Notice to Salaried Employees
The Agribusiness Update
The State Department of Agriculture is asking folks in Eastern Washington to report suspected Japanese beetle sightings, and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association confirmed the effort to prevent processed, lab-grown protein in the diet of the American armed forces was successful.
Japanese Beetle Reports and Deere Notice to Salaried Employees
The Agribusiness Update
The State Department of Agriculture is asking folks in Eastern Washington to report suspected Japanese beetle sightings, and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association confirmed the effort to prevent processed, lab-grown protein in the diet of the American armed forces was successful.
Cotton Expansion Continues and Deere Notice to Salaried Employees
The Agribusiness Update
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol announced its expansion for the fifth consecutive year, both in enrolled growers and planted acres, and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association confirmed the effort to prevent processed, lab-grown protein in the diet of the American armed forces was successful.
Mandating Work Safety in High Heat
California Ag Today
Heat is the top cause of weather-related deaths in the U.S. and poses severe risks like heat stroke, especially for workers in agriculture
Addressing Ag Labor Challenges
Southeast Regional Ag News
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is awarding some $50 million to support farmworkers and agricultural employers. From the agency, the money will go to 141 awardees in 40 states and Puerto Rico, through the Farm Labor Stabilization and Protection Pilot Program.
WAGE SURVEY Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
A new survey for employees in the ag industry will soon take effect that, in theory, addresses concerns about wage suppression in the H-2A guest worker program, but Washington Policy Center's Ag Director Pam Lewison says it's off base.
WAGE SURVEY Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
A new survey for employees in the ag industry will soon take effect that, in theory, addresses concerns about wage suppression in the H-2A guest worker program, but Washington Policy Center's Ag Director Pam Lewison says it's off base.
California OT Law Costs Workers and 2025 Dietary Guidelines
The Agribusiness Update
Since California’s new overtime law for farm employees took effect in 2019, there has been, on average, a decrease in farmworker’s hours and wages, and the 2025 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee will meet this Friday.
H-2A Labor Prices on the Dramatic Rise
Southeast Regional Ag News
In 2024, farmers in 31 states will pay between 50 cents and $1 more.
Heat and Smoke Protection Rules Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
A couple of new rules for protecting farm workers that both employers and employees should be aware of.
Heat and Smoke Protection Rules Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
A couple of new rules for protecting farm workers that both employers and employees should be aware of.
Ag Labor Changes Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
There are some potential changes going on in the world of ag labor this year and next, including the new overtime laws, that are going to challenge all farmers.
Ag Labor Changes Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
There are some potential changes going on in the world of ag labor this year and next, including the new overtime laws, that are going to challenge all farmers.
Leadership Difference Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Talking and listening to the workers on your farm could make a huge difference in productivity, according to the Leadership Difference founder Dave Mitchell.
Railroad Union Votes Down Labor Contract, Strike Looming
Southeast Regional Ag News
The third-largest rail workers union in the country is the first to say "no" to a deal brokered in part by the Biden administration.
Ag Overtime Updt Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Washington Policy Center's Initiative on Agriculture Director, Pam Lewison says adding a seasonality amending to the new ag overtime rules was unsuccessful in the past legislative session, but they'll keep trying.