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OSU Economist: Ag OT Will Hurt Farms & Workers
OSU Economist: Ag OT Will Hurt Farms & Workers
OSU Economist: Ag OT Will Hurt Farms & Workers
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...
Newhouse Stresses Importance Of H2-A Reforms
Newhouse Stresses Importance Of H2-A Reforms
Newhouse Stresses Importance Of H2-A Reforms
On Wednesday, central Washington’s Dan Newhouse was one of several lawmakers that spoke during a press conference put on the by American Business Immigration Coalition.  The event stressed the importance of “common-sense” reforms to the H-2A program as well as the importance of a strong agriculture workforce.  Newhouse said without imm...
Naerebout: Dairy Needs A Visa To Address Labor Struggles
Naerebout: Dairy Needs A Visa To Address Labor Struggles
Naerebout: Dairy Needs A Visa To Address Labor Struggles
Lost in the shuffle of tariffs, trade wars and hirings and firings, is the need for a fix for the Ag labor situation.  Rick Naerebout, CEO of the Idaho Dairymen’s Association, said their sector is supportive of making needed improvements to the H-2A program, but said their ultimate goal is a visa.   “And t...
YVC Opens CAMP Application Window
YVC Opens CAMP Application Window
YVC Opens CAMP Application Window
Central Washington migrant or seasonal farmworkers, as well as their children, can access additional support when pursuing higher education.  The assistance is made available through Yakima Valley College’s College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP).   CAMP i...
Save Family Farming: Saldaña Fails To Help Farmworkers
Save Family Farming: Saldaña Fails To Help Farmworkers
Save Family Farming: Saldaña Fails To Help Farmworkers
Despite claims of providing economic relief for farmworkers, Save Family Farming says a proposal put forward by Washington state Senator Rebecca Saldaña fails to put money back in the pockets of workers.  Saldaña, Chair of the Senate Labor and Commerce Committee, has put forward Senate Bill 5722, creating a new state grant to pay for ag overtime costs.  However, Dillon Honcoop with Sa...
How Are ICE Crackdowns Impacting NW Ag?
How Are ICE Crackdowns Impacting NW Ag?
How Are ICE Crackdowns Impacting NW Ag?
As growers across the Northwest prepare for the 2025 season, questions regarding immigration crackdowns linger.  Enrique Gastelum, Executive Director of WAFLA said while there have not been workplace targeted raids, that doesn't mean farm workers aren’t worried.  And when farm...
Focus On Fruit: 02/06/25
Focus On Fruit: 02/06/25
Focus On Fruit: 02/06/25
The Washington State Tree Fruit Association has thrown its support behind two pieces of legislation looking to address ag overtime.  Jon DeVaney has the latest.   If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@to...
Proposal Would Make It Easier To Use Kit Homes In Washington
Proposal Would Make It Easier To Use Kit Homes In Washington
Proposal Would Make It Easier To Use Kit Homes In Washington
Last month, we told you about an effort in Oregon to use kit homes to address the housing crisis in rural communities, and even farm worker housing.  Washington may be moving in a similar direction.  State senator Jeff Wilson recently introduced two bills to streamline the permitting process for kit homes.   “The kit h...
Wine Minute: Bilingual Efforts In The Vineyard
Wine Minute: Bilingual Efforts In The Vineyard
Wine Minute: Bilingual Efforts In The Vineyard
Oregon State University's Luisa Santamaria discusses her efforts to provide bilingual education to vineyard workers.     If you have a story idea for the PNW Ag Network, call (509) 547-1618, or e-mail glenn.vaagen@townsquaremedia.com ...

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