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July 2025 Grower News, Management
Be heard on today’s labor challenges By Heather Machovina

Industry feedback is vital — share your labor challenges in the 2025 GPN Labor Survey

As the labor environment evolves, growers are increasingly challenged by hiring and retaining qualified workers. Rising wages, limited local labor pools and a reliance on seasonal or H-2A workers are driving businesses to reevaluate workforce strategies.

Automation and internal training programs are on the rise, but many growers still struggle to meet production demands. As these labor dynamics develop, it’s critical for industry members to share their experiences. infographic highlighting results from GPN's 2024 Labor Survey

JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON LABOR

GPN is launching the new Labor Roundtable to spotlight real-world workforce issues that greenhouse and nursery growers face every day. From hiring hurdles to retention strategies and automation decisions, this initiative aims to gather honest input from professionals across the industry.

Want a seat at the table? Apply now to join the GPN Labor Roundtable.