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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.

1 month ago 6 minute read

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.

1 month ago 2 minute read

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.

1 month ago 4 minute read

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.

1 month ago 2 minute read

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...

3 months ago 5 minute read

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...

4 months ago 3 minute read

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...

4 months ago 5 minute read

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.

6 months ago 3 minute read

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. 

6 months ago 3 minute read

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...

6 months ago 4 minute read

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.

7 months ago 5 minute read

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...

7 months ago 3 minute read

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.

7 months ago 3 minute read

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.

7 months ago 2 minute read

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.

8 months ago 3 minute read

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.

8 months ago 2 minute read

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.

8 months ago 1 minute read

International Blueberry Organization launches recruitment platform

The International Blueberry Organization launches BlueCareers, a new recruitment platform developed for the global blueberry industry.

8 months ago 2 minute read

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