Professionalizing Migrant Workforce Good for All Involved in Fresh Produce Supply Chain

May 11, 2021 Perishable News

In April, CIERTO Co-Founder and CEO, Joe Martinez, was himself recruited to participate in a panel on fair recruitment in Agriculture. The panel took place at the 2021 Global Forum for Responsible Recruitment (GFFR).

Chicken Prices Rise as Poultry Plants Struggle to Find Workers

Chicken producers are crimped by a labor shortage, and inflation is making its way through the entire bird. Fast-casual chain Wingstop saw bone-in wing prices rise 25.8% in its first quarter, which was considerably lower than the market-rate increase of 50%.

RISE to the Challenge Roadmap Promotes Decent Work for All Seafood Workers

May 5, 2021 FishWise

FishWise, a non-profit sustainable seafood consultancy, released an enhanced Roadmap for Improving Seafood Ethics (RISE) today, an exciting stride toward socially responsible seafood.

Koffee Kup Bakery Closes, Hundreds Out of Work

Koffee Kup Bakery, a Vermont staple in the bread industry for 80 years, has closed its doors and laid off hundreds of workers between its Burlington and Brattleboro locations.

22,000 More H-2B Visas to be Released, in Boost to Maryland Seafood Industry

Federal officials announced Tuesday that they will make 22,000 more temporary worker visas available to meet the needs of seasonal employers, including those in Maryland’s seafood industry.