The Picking Season Has Begun!
Last week, I had the distinct privilege of joining Mario Miranda Sazo and Dr. Richard Stup on a Fruit Tour, traveling from Wayne County in northern central New York all the way down to ...
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Ag Workforce Quarterly – September 2024 Edition
The Ag Workforce Quarterly September 2024 (Quarter 3) Edition is now available. This quarterly e-newsletter is delivered to your inbox in March, June, September, and December. Quarter 3 Topics within the e-newsletter include: + ...
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Cornell Agricultural Workforce Development Launches Two Fall Courses
As the leaves turn and the harvest season arrives, it’s time to reflect on the fruits of your labor and invest in your future. Now is the perfect moment to cultivate your skills and ...
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Registration closes today for the Lake Ontario Fruit Program’s webinar: “Talking to Your Workers About Unions: The Do’s and Don’ts”
This free event is hosted by the Lake Ontario Fruit Program and addresses several topics, including: What you can’t say to workers about unionizing: Avoiding threats, interrogation, promises, and surveillance What you can say ...
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Brrrr-acing for the Chill: Winter-Proofing Farm-provided Employee Housing
As harvest sweeps across New York’s fields, the busy 2024 cropping season is winding down, leaving all of us ready for a well-deserved break. But don’t settle into that cozy chair just yet—there’s a ...
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