Healdsburg, CA (February 6, 2025) – Wine Industry Network (WIN) has opened registration for Growing Forward, a virtual Vineyard & Grower focused conference series tackling the most pressing topics and issues faced throughout the grape growing cycle. The first session of the 2025 series, “Navigating Workforce Challenges: Insights on Migrant Labor and Immigration Compliance,” will be broadcast on March 12, 2025, at 10:00am.
This session will tackle the impact of immigration policies on agricultural labor, focusing on how enforcement actions have led to field worker shortages. Industry experts will provide insights on nonimmigrant and immigrant visa options, strategies to minimize risk during DHS audits, and best practices for handling ICE site visits.
Key topics include:
- Nonimmigrant visa options – H-2A, H-2B, L-1, O-1, J-1
- Immigrant visa options- PERM, EB-1, EB-2
- Employment Verification, I-9 Audits
- ICE site visits – Know Your Rights
The Growing Forward Virtual Conference serves as a platform designed to educate and support growers, preparing them for the year ahead and equipping them with the knowledge and tools to thrive in our ever-evolving industry. With a focus on addressing current challenges and issues impacting the grower community, the conference features renowned experts, academics, and industry professionals as speakers.
Registration is free and the session will broadcast on Wednesday, March 12 at 10:00am (PT).
For more details and to register visit: wineindustryadvisor.com/growingforward.
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