Farm Labor Supervisor Training UF/IFAS

08/25/2025

Episode 16: Let’s talk about wage and hour regulations for H-2A workers - University of Tennessee "Let's Talk About Labor" series

Hosted by Dr. Margarita Velandia, in this episode (released 7 July 2025), we will discuss general considerations related to wage and hour regulations related to H-2A workers:

In this episode, Michael Bayer, with Curran Bayer Consulting, will discuss general considerations related to wage and hour regulations related to H-2A workers.

08/25/2025

Episode 15: Let’s Talk About Farm Labor Contractors - University of Tennessee

Hosted by Dr. Margarita Velandia, in this episode (released on 9 June 2025), we will discuss farm labor contractors, including what they are and what obligations they have;

In this episode, Michael Bayer, with Curran Bayer Consulting, will discuss farm labor contractors, including what they are and what obligations they have.

08/25/2025

Labor for Small Farm: Overview & Tips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ioNemodXHNQ

The Center for Crop Diversification coordinated a Labor for Small Farms: Overview & Tips presentation for Kentucky growers and producers on 14 July 2025. They featured special guests Michael Bayer and Dr. Kimberly Morgan, labor experts from the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences. The goal of this presentation was to help growers and producers understand:

The Center for Crop Diversification coordinated a Labor for Small Farms: Overview & Tips presentation for Kentucky growers and producers. They featured speci...

08/25/2025

UF/IFAS Farm Labor Supervisor Certification Program Launches October 1, 2025!

We are excited to announce the launch of the online Farm Labor Supervisor Certification program on October 1, 2025. Designed to meet the needs of Florida’s agriculture and horticulture industries, this comprehensive training addresses key risks faced by farm operations and highlights the essential role of farm workers. Click here https://swfrec.ifas.ufl.edu/programs/economics/fls/ to learn more or email: [email protected]

The SWFREC has a rich history, serving not only Southwest Florida growers but also initiating new research and production programs that have advanced agriculture throughout the state. SWFREC faculty and staff conduct research and disseminate science-based information to Florida's agricultural indust...

08/06/2024

The Office of Foreign Labor Certification at the US Department of Labor will conduct a webinar on August 7 at 3:00 PM ET to discuss the 2024 H-2A "Farmworker Protection" Final Rule. No registration is needed, but the webinar is limited to 1,000 participants. The presentation will be made available to the public afterward.

Access details are as follows:
- Date: Wednesday, August 7, 2024
- Time: 3:00 PM (UTC-04:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
- Duration: 1 hour
- Webex Meeting Link: [https://usdol.webex.com/usdol/j.php?MTID=m58015af37f0bc1748261c4591aabad6b](https://usdol.webex.com/usdol/j.php?MTID=m58015af37f0bc1748261c4591aabad6b)
- Meeting Number (Access Code): 2828 285 0217
- Meeting Password: OFLC2024
- Phone (Toll-Free): 1-877-465-7975
- Phone (Toll): 1-210-795-0506
- Video System or Application: Dial [email protected]

08/06/2024

Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association 50th Annual Agricultural Labor Forum registration is open! Join our team and the folks from Agriculture Education Services & Technology, Inc. (sponsors of the Forum!) on Aug 28-30 in Orlando. Speakers from the US Department of Labor, FL Department of Health, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, and the National Council of Agriculture Employers are among many experts who will share case studies and up-to-the-minute advice on how best to optimize workforce health, safety, and productivity.

Register here:

This annual seminar educates agricultural employers, including growers, shippers, farm labor contractors, and other employers, on compliance with agricultural labor laws and sound labor relations practices.  

05/07/2024

Victor Contreras (UF IFAS Food and Resource Economics Department MS student) and I enjoyed our opportunity to talk about Transportation and Safe Driving with our UF/IFAS-Southwest Florida Research & Education Center 2024 Farm Safety Day audiences. Drive safe, y'all!

04/03/2024

New to you in 2024! We are pleased to announce our partnership with Agriculture Education Services & Technology, Inc. (AEST) is official, providing our attendees with 3rd party verified Certificates upon their completion of our courses. Stay tuned for the upcoming release of our courses ONLINE in English and Spanish, providing your team with 365/24/7 access to our program. Many thanks to members of our Advisory Committee for sharing their wisdom and rolling up their sleeves to help us find a way to do more, better, for our farming community.