The U.S. labor force participation rate remains below pre-pandemic levels. The country has roughly 2 million fewer workers active in the labor market than it did in 2020. In rural areas, where domestic migration continues to draw people away, immigrants are often the ones keeping local economies afloat.
Read moreDepartment of Labor announced earlier this year plans for its Wage and Hour Division to add 100 investigators to its team to support its enforcement efforts
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High demand, too few workers, and a shortage of microchips are forcing manufacturers to approach farm shows differently.
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Pandemic stimulus programs offer a few great opportunities to recruit and retain employees in this labor market, and they are not all based on demonstrating hardship.
Read moreU.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR | Wage and Hour DivisionSource: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/pandemic/ffcra-questions 03/30/2020 As provided under the legislation, the U.S. Department of
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