Becker Forum Returns January 11 at Cornell AgriTech

Cornell Agricultural Workforce Development

Annual agricultural industry forum will bring together growers, employers, and industry professionals for timely updates on labor, regulations, and emerging agricultural issues.

Agricultural employers, growers, and industry professionals are invited to attend the 2027 Becker Forum on January 11 at Cornell AgriTech in Geneva, New York. The annual forum will bring together industry experts, regulatory representatives, and agricultural professionals to discuss current issues, emerging challenges, and practical strategies affecting New York agriculture.

With an evolving regulatory landscape and continued changes in agricultural labor and workforce management, the Becker Forum provides an opportunity for attendees to hear directly from experts, ask questions, and gain practical information to support their farm operations and businesses.

This year’s program will feature discussions and updates on a range of topics, including:

  • Federal and state labor enforcement, audits, and compliance
  • Labor investigations: employer rights and responsibilities
  • H-2A program updates, wage rates, and employer best practices
  • Agricultural labor law and regulatory updates
  • CDL, trucking regulations, and farm vehicle exemptions
  • Automation and robotics in agriculture
  • Federal policy and legislative updates affecting agriculture
  • Workforce quality of life, employee engagement, and retention

Why Attend?

The Becker Forum offers agricultural employers an opportunity to stay informed, prepare for regulatory changes, and connect with others facing similar workforce and operational challenges. Attendees will leave with practical insights, updated information, and resources they can apply to their own farm businesses.

Whether navigating labor regulations, managing an agricultural workforce, or preparing for changes in the industry, the Becker Forum provides valuable information for today’s agricultural professionals.

The Empire State Expo (January 12-14) will feature producers across NYS Vegetable and Berry production. More information coming soon.

Becker Forum Registration and Fees

Advance registration is $90 per person. Walk-in registration will be available for $120 per person. Attendees are encouraged to register in advance to take advantage of the reduced registration rate. Registration is opening soon.

For additional information, contact nysvegetablegrowers@gmail.com

Cornell Agricultural Workforce Development is a proud partner of the Becker Forum.

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