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E15 Rule Overturned and 2021 Apple Man/Woman of the Year
The Agribusiness Update
U.S. Circuit Court overturns 2019 rule permitting year-round E15, and nominations for 2021 Apple Man or Woman of the Year due July 30th.
Ag Workforce Challenges
California Ag Today
Labor-related challenges continue to plague many farming operations
SB 5172 Deadline Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
As the clock ticks in Olympia, the Washington Farm Bureau and other farm groups push for amendments to SB 5172 that would protect Ag employers from overtime lawsuits.
Ag Workforce Vaccination Push Pt 3
Fruit Grower Report
As harvest season quickly approaches, preparations for vaccinating the workforce are on.
SB 5172 Deadline Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
As the clock ticks in Olympia, the Washington Farm Bureau and other farm groups push for amendments to SB 5172 that would protect Ag employers from overtime lawsuits.
Ag Workforce Vaccination Push Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
As harvest season quickly approaches, preparations for vaccinating the workforce are on.
Ag Workforce Vaccination Push Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
As harvest season quickly approaches, preparations for vaccinating the workforce are on.
SB 5172 Deadline Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
As the clock ticks in Olympia, the Washington Farm Bureau and other farm groups push for amendments to SB 5172 that would protect Ag employers from overtime lawsuits.
California Ports a Nightmare and USDA's $11.5-million for Smaller Farms
The Agribusiness Update
Ag exporters report shipping farm good through California ports is a nightmare, and USDA announces $11.5-million to help small and medium sized farms become profitable.
Move to Vaccinate Farm Workers Pt 3
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The push is on, as supplies build, to get ag workforce vaccinated for COVID-19 before harvest season begins.
Move to Vaccinate Farm Workers Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The push is on, as supplies build, to get ag workforce vaccinated for COVID-19 before harvest season begins.
Farm Workforce Modernization Act Passed Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The Farm Workforce Modernization Act has cleared one hurdle as it passes in the House of Representatives.
Fruit & Vegetable Consumption Down and FWMA Passes in House
The Agribusiness Update
New study shows fruit and vegetable consumption is down since 2004 among all age groups, and Farm Workforce Modernization Act passes in House and moves to the Senate.
The Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2021
Farm of the Future
The bill provides legal status for the current workforce and reforms the H-2A program.
Farmers Welcome H-2A Reform
California Ag Today
The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2021 last week.
Farm Workforce Modernization Act Passed Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The Farm Workforce Modernization Act has cleared one hurdle as it passes in the House of Representatives.
Farm Workforce Modernization Act Vote and Climate-Smart Agriculture
The Agribusiness Update
A House vote is expected this month on the Farm Workforce Modernization Act, and USDA is looking for public input on Climate-Smart Agriculture.
Land-Grant Universities Funding and FWMA Reintroduced
The Agribusiness Update
Study shows, land-grant universities in need of funding for repairs and renovations to facilities, and Farm Workforce Modernization Act is reintroduced to the House of Representatives.
Georgia Top Ten Ag Export States and FWMA Reintroduced
The Agribusiness Update
For the first time, Georgia is ranked among the top 10 Ag Exporting States in 2020, and Farm Workforce Modernization Act is reintroduced in the House of Representatives.
Taking Care of our Agricultural Workforce
California Ag Today
Here are a few updates related to the people who work in agriculture courtesy of the California Farm Bureau.