The House Committee on Agriculture’s Agriculture Labor Working Group released its final report on how to improve the H-2A guest worker program.
Although farming provides an opportunity for anyone willing to get down in the dirt, it can be a harsh industry to get a start in – especially for traditionally underserved communities. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is working to ensure these underserved farmers have access to workforce training. An additional $14 million has been invested as part of the American Rescue Plan.
The agriculture industry is facing a labor shortage, and this could lead to significant changes in the career opportunities in agriculture.
Together we can increase ag education, prepare the next generation for careers in agriculture, and create more agriculturally literate adults.
The agriculture industry is suffering from a labor shortage that could increase production costs and consumer food prices if not addressed.
One of two commercial dairies left in Alaska, Northern Lights Dairy is shutting its doors for the summer, citing labor shortage. Located six hours northwest of Anchorage, Northern Lights Dairy sent its last delivery earlier this month and will remain closed until at least the fall. According to the Daily News-Miner, owners Don and Lois […]