The Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA) has announced a new webinar series designed to address key agricultural workforce topics, offering a timely resource for employers across the state. The initiative, titled "KDA Announces Webinar Series on Ag Workforce Topics," aims to provide practical guidance on hiring, compliance, visa programs, safety, and employee retention, directly impacting Kansas agricultural employers and human resources managers grappling with labor complexities.
The series is specifically tailored for Kansas agricultural employers, providing a direct avenue for industry stakeholders to enhance their understanding and implementation of best practices in farm labor management. The webinars will be offered at 7:00 a.m. Central time each Wednesday in March. There is no cost to participants.
- March 4 — KANSASWORKS Employer Services, Abigail Crandall, Kansas Department of Commerce
- March 11 — The Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA) Worker Protection Standard: Promoting Compliance and Workplace Safety, Jordan Galliher, Environmental Protection Agency Region 7
- March 18 — Bridging the Gap: Retaining the Next Generation of Rural Workforce, Thomas Eisenbarth, Grounded Ag
- March 25 — Wage and Hour Compliance under the H-2A Program, Cassie Stoner, U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division
This focused programming arrives as Kansas agriculture continues to navigate a dynamic labor market, underscoring the KDA's recognition of persistent workforce development challenges. The series underscores a direct response to the ongoing pressures faced by agricultural businesses in securing and retaining skilled labor.
