The Department of Labor has issued an interim final rule (IFR) effective on October 2, 2025, revising how hourly Adverse Effect Wage Rates (AEWRs) are calculated for H-2A nonimmigrant agricultural workers. The new AEWR rule follows the US Department of Agriculture’s announcement of the discontinuation of the Farm…
The stakes for U.S. agriculture and all farmers from a trade war are huge. Canada, Mexico and China are the destination for more than 50% of U.S. ag exports annually; that market becomes an inviting target for retaliation. The risk of losing customers to competitor…
On Tuesday, March 18, US Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins announced the release of $10 bil. nationwide for an Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP) for the 2024 crop year. It will be administered by the Farm Service Agency and is meant to help eligible agriculture producers…
Ownership Information (BOI): FinCEN Halts Enforcement of BOI Compliance On February 27th, FinCEN announced that it will not issue any fines or penalties or take any other enforcement actions against any companies based on any failure to file or update beneficial ownership information (BOI) reports…
The threat of immigration enforcement raises concerns among many New Jersey residents who may avoid engaging with local services and businesses out of fear that they could be putting themselves and their family members at risk. Every person who lives in or visits New Jersey…
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is now accepting applications for the Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops (MASC). Applications are due to USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) through Jan. 8, 2025. Funded by the Commodity Credit Corporation, MASC was announced in November alongside the $140…
Hurricane Helene Farm Relief Effort In the wake of the destruction caused by Hurricane Helene, Farm Bureau organizations in and near the affected region are providing resources to assist their fellow farmers. States where agriculture was heavily impacted include Florida, Georgia, North and South Carolina,…
Testimony as Prepared by Linda Pryor, American Farm Bureau Federation United States House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy, Climate, and Grid Security September 11, 2024 Chairman Duncan, Ranking Member DeGette and members of the Committee, my name is Linda Pryor. I…
Most agricultural operations are covered by the OSHA rule to log work related injuries. OSHA work related injuries and illnesses forms are required for all business with 11 or more employees, and there are 3 forms you need to be familiar with for compliance. If…
House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson (PA-15) has released additional details on the bipartisan policies and priorities included in the 2024 Farm Bill. The House Ag Committee will hold a mark up hearing on this bill on May 23. To view the 2024…
