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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.


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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