ag overtime

With overtime pay now a reality in Oregon's agriculture, many workers find themselves juggling multiple jobs just to make ends meet.

With a tight window for tax credits and labor concerns on the table, the agricultural landscape is anything but simple right now.

How has Washington's new overtime law impacted the local tree fruit industry. Jon DeVaney, president of the Washington state Tree Fruit Association takes a look at the impact on owners, workers and everyone in between.

A recent economic analysis by Oregon State University shows the state’s new ag overtime rules will negatively impact farm profitability and result in decreased paychecks for workers.  When the idea requiring overtime pay in the farming industry was first floated, supporters said farm workers across the state would benefit from larger paychecks.  OSU economist...