A new packet for agricultural employers is now available. It includes a summary of employment laws relating to the agricultural industry, a self-checklist to help employers with their employment practices, an L&I resource list, and copies of the agricultural employment laws.


Small Farm Internship Pilot Project

Learn about a pilot project to allow individuals to work on small farms in Skagit and San Juan counties as a means to learn about farming practices.

Breaks & Meal Periods

Find out what meal and rest periods agricultural employees are entitled to.

Wages

Agricultural employees are subject to the state minimum wage for all hours worked, with an exception.

Record Keeping

Agricultural employers are required to keep records of dates and hours worked and number of piece rate products harvested, and provide a pay statement to their workers.

Farm Labor Contractors

Any person who, for a fee, recruits, supplies, transports, or hires agricultural workers must be registered as a farm labor contractor.

Agricultural Jobs for Teens

Find out specific details on hours of work, prohibited occupations, and wages for minors working in farming and some packing operations.

Agricultural Forms & Publications

Check out these helpful forms and publications regarding agricultural jobs.


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