Labor
When a good employee’s behavior changes, knowing how to respond can be challenging, especially when the right answer is not clear.
Keeping good employees is not always about pay. Trust, communication and everyday interactions play a bigger role in whether employees stay engaged and committed to their work.
As state mandates dismantle century-old overtime exemptions, dairy producers face a squeeze play between rising labor costs, workforce shortages and the high-stakes push for automation.
Shift from managing tasks to leading people: Experts reveal the blueprint for building an elite dairy team through behavioral science, organizational development and disciplined accountability.
Facing a critical labor crisis, dairy leaders are backing the Dignity Act to secure a stable workforce and end 40 years of legislative paralysis before the political window closes.
Winter’s the perfect time to hit pause, gather your team and turn last season’s frustrations into actionable improvements for the year ahead.
Putting off letting go of the wrong employee often makes problems harder to fix later.
Whether in a blue or a red state, the message to Washington is the same: the U.S. dairy and agricultural sectors cannot remain globally competitive while their workforce remains in the shadows.
To create a safe and comfortable work environment for your farm employees, it’s important to address the specific challenges cold weather brings to the farm.
A federal audit wiped out Drumgoon Dairy’s staff, exposing agriculture’s labor crisis. This South Dakota farm’s labor struggle highlights the urgent need for immigration reform to sustain the U.S. food supply.
Labor decisions matter more than ever when you’re trying to keep cash moving.
Conflict on the farm is a normal part of working with people, and if it’s addressed early and handled respectfully, it can help teams work better together.
Looking ahead to the new year, the reliance on human capital will only intensify. The conversation within the dairy community is increasingly centered on not just finding employees but cultivating talent.
We are now learning more about those who lost their lives on Aug. 20, as a tight-knit community is reeling from the devastating accident that occurred at Prospect Valley Dairy.
A large-animal vet shortage continues to impact rural America. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln, in partnership with Gov. Jim Pillen and state leaders, is working to reverse that trend through the Elite 11 Production Animal Health Scholarship Program.
As part of this W&W Dairy transition, DFA implemented E-Verify, a federal system that verifies employees’ immigration status. This move has caused turmoil, particularly among the plant’s immigrant workforce.
In recent years, discussions around the slowing growth rate of the U.S. labor force have intensified, igniting concerns over potential economic impacts.
Letting go of these ideas can help farm leaders adopt a more thoughtful, flexible approach that strengthens their operation and empowers their team.
The success and productivity of the U.S. dairy industry are deeply tied to immigrant labor.
A shrinking labor pool is already having an impact, and ag experts say it’s only going to get tougher.
Now is the most opportune time for Congress and the Administration to address the agricultural labor shortage in a meaningful and lasting way.
After a week of ICE seemingly targeting dairy farms, California produce farms and a meat packing plant in Nebraska, President Donald Trump is reportedly ordering the Department of Homeland Security to exclude farms from immigration raids.
Investing in training and building an on-dairy culture of community can make all the difference in a dairy’s success.
As immigration issues continue to be a significant concern for farmers nationwide, proactive measures and informed strategies are essential to minimize potential disruptions.
Creating a thriving work environment is about fostering a culture that benefits both employees and the business. Jared Dueppengiesser shares invaluable insights as a former herd manager at Rosendale Dairy, part of the MilkSource LLC.
Although vague, Trump’s comments during his Cabinet meeting are the most detailed the administration has provided on the fate of farmworkers without legal status — who make up half the farm sector’s workforce — under his plan for mass deportations.
The shrinking pool of workers in rural areas is a real concern as populations decline and economic opportunities increase in countries that have historically been sources of agricultural labor for the U.S.