Growing with growers since 1946
  • December 2010 Issue
  • Legislative outlook shifts for ag employers

    Be prepared for more activism at the state and local level.

    There is great concern and interest in what the outcome of the midterm elections means for agricultural employers.  We know there will be both opportunities and real concerns with the Republican majority in the U.S. House of Representatives relative to issues such as immigration, AgJOBS, foreign trade, and farm programs.  At the same time, we have no reason to believe that the administration’s actions in terms of aggressive I-9 audits, increased scope of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, child labor laws, and employer responsibility for costs will abate in the near term. Some may even escalate. It is ever […]

    Already part of our community? Log in here

    Our premium content is now only available to members.

    Join our community and receive access to our exclusive stories, photos, graphics and videos, and support our efforts to ensure growers have the information they need for success.

    Join Now