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SUMMARY:Addressing ICE Activity in Farm Country
DESCRIPTION:How are farmers fairing in these times of stress around the things that sustain them: community\, labor\, and financing? So much has changed\, just as the fundamental challenges of agriculture and our food system remain the same. Join Farm Commons to explore what they’re seeing from the ground. This informational session will be led by Rachel Armstrong with Farm Commons. Register at the link below.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/addressing-ice-activity-in-farm-country/
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SUMMARY:H-2A and Your Ag Business: Legal and Ethical Considerations
DESCRIPTION:As a farm business owner\, you know that hiring farm employees can be tricky. And with ever-demanding operational needs\, finding solutions to your workforce challenges is critical. But how do you know if the H-2A agricultural visa program may be right for you? How do you make sure that workers are being treated and paid fairly? And how can you help workers have a positive experience while they’re on your farm? Join Farm Commons and Featherstone Farm for a closer look at these questions. Explore the H-2A visa program’s legal and financial obligations\, identify ways to mitigate any risk of human trafficking and other violations\, and learn from first-hand on-farm experience with the program. \nLearn more and register at the link below.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/h-2a-and-your-ag-business-legal-and-ethical-considerations/
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SUMMARY:Supporting Your Farm Employees with Physical and Mental Disabilities: Legal Obligations for Injuries and Disabilities on the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Do you supervise or manage employees on the farm or ranch? Do you have questions about how to support your employees with physical\, mental\, or cognitive disabilities? \nGain practical solutions to common legal and regulatory questions with this free 90-minute webinar. \nThe law prohibits discriminating against people with disabilities\, and this webinar is designed to help you understand how to support your employees and strengthen your management skills. Bring your questions and your wisdom and gain: \n\nPractical Legal Insight: Explore your legal responsibilities to your employees with physical\, mental\, or cognitive limitations and learn about ways to support employees with disabilities through hiring and firing;\nApplicable Examples: Learn from farmer stories and examples\, and discuss creative ways to accommodate employees;\nProactive Action Steps: Explore how to protect your business with employment policies and insurance;\nPeer Learning and Q&A: Get solutions to your burning legal questions and exchange ideas with peers.\n\nLearn more and register at the link below.
URL:https://grow.oeffa.org/event/supporting-your-farm-employees-with-physical-and-mental-disabilities-legal-obligations-for-injuries-and-disabilities-on-the-farm/
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