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The H2A visa program has long helped fruit and vegetable farms bring in seasonal workers, but dairy farmers and fish hatcheries have been left out — a new bill wants to change that.

Washington state is seeing a 67% rise in H2A guest worker certifications, reflecting a larger nationwide struggle to fill seasonal agricultural positions.

Northwest farmers are navigating labor shortages, with the H2A program proving too complex for many, highlighting the need for a stable agricultural workforce.

The National Milk Producers Federation applauds new federal guidance on the H2A agricultural worker program, easing labor struggles for dairy farms and helping them thrive in rural communities.

The H-2A program continues to grow rapidly, with the Labor Department certifying 17% more jobs during the first half of fiscal 2026 compared to a year earlier.

Dairy farmers and cooperative leaders traveled to Washington, D.C., last week, to press lawmakers on issues ranging from agricultural labor and trade and more.

The International Fresh Produce Association's Washington Conference brought together industry leaders to tackle pressing issues like SNAP funding and labor shortages, essential for keeping our produce accessible and affordable.

In the heart of the Northwest, farmers are grappling with a labor crunch that impacts their harvests and their bottom line.

The apple orchards are facing a tough season ahead, with oversupply and costs climbing faster than the trees can grow.

With a significant decision just in, the ongoing debate over farmworker wages takes center stage.