In this month’s Knowledge Exchange Partner, get answers to some key questions about COVID-19 and workplace requirements and learn more about foreign labor options for Northeast agricultural producers.
Join Harris Beach, PLLC and Farm Credit East for an informational webinar series on seasonal business labor and immigration. The first of three webinars, titled “H-2B: Navigating the Maze,” was held on Tuesday, October 20.
The first article in this month's Knowledge Exchange Partner provides guidance on the loan forgiveness application process for the Paycheck Protection Program. Farm Credit East's business consultants present informational tips to help you get everything in order for your upcoming application. Our second article explains President Trump's recent executive order and the restrictions of many categories of foreign workers and curbing immigration visas through the end of 2020.
One of the most pressing issues facing the ag community is labor. How do we secure reliable farm labor to fill seasonal needs? Advertising doesn’t seem to work and if you are lucky enough to hire U.S. workers, they may not stay more than a few days. To help northeast producers navigate the complex maze of the H-2A agricultural visa program, Farm Credit East hosted a webinar February 22.
