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Our H-2A News Blog is designed to keep you up to date with all the happenings in our company, the H-2A Program, and the H-2A community. We hope you come back often.

USA Farm Labor Announces a Website Dedicated to Helping Foreign Workers Find H2A Jobs
Tracy Gattis Tracy Gattis

USA Farm Labor Announces a Website Dedicated to Helping Foreign Workers Find H2A Jobs

USA Farm is excited to announce a new website dedicated to helping foreign workers seeking farm jobs in America. While its primary mission is serving farms and ag businesses that want help applying for the H2A Program, this new website is designed to help these workers connect with H2A Visa Recruitment Agencies, gain in-demand skills for H2A jobs, and access valuable resources.

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What You Should Expect from an H2A Agency
Tracy Gattis Tracy Gattis

What You Should Expect from an H2A Agency

At first glance, all H2A agencies might look alike. But knowing what services they should be providing and which questions to ask can be invaluable when comparing agencies and choosing the one that’s right for you. Get a comprehensive checklist along with 5 important questions you should ask every H2A agency.

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Your 3 Options for Applying for the H2A Program
Tracy Gattis Tracy Gattis

Your 3 Options for Applying for the H2A Program

Using the H2A Program to hire reliable, skilled, foreign farm labor is essential for ensuring profitable harvests. Farms and ag businesses basically have three options for applying to use the H2A Program. Learn about the pros and cons of each option, so you can choose the one that’s best for you.

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Preparing to Apply for the H2A Program: What You Need to Know
Tracy Gattis Tracy Gattis

Preparing to Apply for the H2A Program: What You Need to Know

The H2A Program provides farmers and ag businesses with a legal solution for hiring foreign, skilled H2A labor. While the H2A Program process is complex, being prepared goes a long way toward making it as smooth and fast as possible. Find out how you can help streamline the process to get your H2A Program Temporary Labor Certification and skilled workers in time for harvest.

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Which Category of H2A Employer Are You?
Tracy Gattis Tracy Gattis

Which Category of H2A Employer Are You?

The government-mandated H2A Program provides a legal way for farmers to hire skilled, foreign farm labor. Certain types of farms and ag businesses are eligible to participate and, depending on your type of operation, you may need to meet additional requirements. Find out what category you fall in and what your extra requirements and timeline look like.

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Is Your Farm or Ag Business Eligible for the H2A Program?
Tracy Gattis Tracy Gattis

Is Your Farm or Ag Business Eligible for the H2A Program?

The H2A Program is a government-mandated program designed to help fill the labor shortage gap for American farmers unable to find sufficient domestic farm workers. Farms and ag business must meet a range of criteria to be eligible to participate. Find out if your ag operation is eligible.

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Is Your Farm a Hobby or a Business?
Tracy Gattis Tracy Gattis

Is Your Farm a Hobby or a Business?

A mere 66% of farm operations have a strategic plan but adopting a business mindset helps ensure a bright future and lasting legacy. Learn 10 business principles every farm and ag business should implement to provide a foundation for success, and how the H-2A Program can be a key factor.

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