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New ECIP platform helps farm contractors assess labor management systems
ECIP has launched a new LAB platform to help farm labor contractors improve social responsibility and labor practices.
Produce industry headlines: March 25, 2026
Read about the departing Ahold CEO's accomplishments, Uber on drone delivery, labor problems, an avocado forecast, and more.
Limoneira pauses stock dividend, invests in expanding avocado production
Limoneira's investments include transitioning a portion of its ag lands to higher value avocado production and providing new housing.
Produce industry headlines: March 20, 2026
Links today include a produce affordability plan, regional retailer roundup, higher food and gas prices may suppress demand, and more.
NABC joins coalition in filing amicus brief supporting H-2A rule
The coalition’s brief supports the Adverse Effect Wage Rate methodology rule issued by the U.S. Department of Labor in October...
NABC joins agriculture groups to urge Congress to address farm economy crisis
The letter urges Congress to address the economic crisis for American farmers, with many experiencing financial strain due to rising...
NatureSweet recognizes associates on labels with ‘The Hearts Behind the Harvest’
NatureSweet announces the newest class of associates to be featured on its product labels through the “The Hearts Behind the...
IFPA director to lead National Council of Agricultural Employers
Following an exhaustive national search, the Executive Committee of NCAE has selected John Hollay as its new President and CEO.
Kroger companies plan to hire 18,000 for holiday season and beyond
Kroger says it plans to fill customer-facing roles like cashiers, baggers, deli bakery clerks, pharmacy technicians, and more.
Farm and ag groups call for permanent labor-rate reform following DOL’s interim rule
The nation’s farmers are calling for urgency and permanence in fixing another crisis that keeps returning to the brink: labor...
The Toast ‘2025 Voice of the Restaurant Industry Survey’ shows operator resilience
The survey shows how the industry is tackling its biggest challenges with a renewed focus on profitability, efficiency, and guest experiences.
The Produce Reporter Week in Review October 3, 2025
While everyone in Washington, DC looks at who to blame for the government shutdown, those of us in the real...
USApple, NABC support proposed H-2A changes
The proposed H-2A changes reflect many of the reforms USApple has long advocated for, including a more market-based system.
IFPA welcomes H-2A rulemakings from DOL, DHS
IFPA welcomes the Department of Labor’s interim final rule revising the methodology for calculating the AEWR for H-2A agricultural workers.
EFI encourages honoring ag professionals during Hispanic Heritage Month
Equitable Food Initiative marks Hispanic Heritage Month by spotlighting the contributions of Hispanic people in the agriculture sector.
Smith’s Food and Drug warehouse workers vote to strike in Las Vegas
More than 140 warehouse workers at Smith's Food and Drug have voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike in Las Vegas.
FFVA supports discontinuation of USDA’s Farm Labor Survey
The Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association issued a statement in support of USDA's discontinuation of the Farm Labor Survey.
International Blueberry Organization launches recruitment platform
The International Blueberry Organization launches BlueCareers, a new recruitment platform developed for the global blueberry industry.
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