The U.S. Department of Labor has released an interim final rule that would overhaul how wages are determined for farmers using the H-2A guest worker program. The department estimates the adjustments could save employers $2.4 billion in labor costs. Michigan Congressman John Molenaar tells Brownfield the Adverse Effect Wage Rate, AEWR, in his state is currently […]
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