MSU offers free webinar series on Immigration Essentials for Farm Employers
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EmailMSU offers free webinar series on Immigration Essentials for Farm Employers.
Farm owners, managers and agricultural professionals are invited to participate in the 2025 Immigration Compliance Webinar Series, a three-part online program offered by Michigan State University Extension. This series is designed to help agricultural employers navigate the complex and evolving landscape of immigration enforcement and workforce documentation with confidence and clarity.
Each session will feature expert-led presentations and practical discussions tailored to the realities of agricultural operations. Participants will gain actionable insights to protect their businesses, support their workforce and stay ahead of regulatory challenges.
The live webinars will take place on Thursday mornings from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., beginning September 11 and concluding September 25, 2025. Sessions include:
- September 11 at 10:00 a.m. – ICE Insight, Josh Viau, Partner, Fisher & Phillips LLP
Immigration enforcement across the country has raised tensions at workplaces in all industries, with federal officials ratcheting up the pressure, what if your farm is next? This insight will provide you with a detailed playbook: proactive steps to minimize the chances that you’ll face an immigration audit or raid, and practical steps to consider if immigration officials arrive. - September 18 at 10:00 a.m. – I-9 Compliance: Self Audits and Readiness, Shawn Packer, Principal Member, JPH Law Firm
Take control of your I-9 compliance by learning how to conduct effective self-audits, spot and fix common mistakes and confidently prepare for inspections. Whether you're new to I-9s or looking to strengthen your current practices, this session offers valuable tools and insights to protect your operation and stay compliant. - September 25 at 10:00 a.m. – U.S. Immigration Policy: Past, Present and Future Proposals, Rich Stup, Cornell Agricultural Workforce Development
Immigration enforcement is getting massive attention, but policy reform is required to create a legal environment that will work for immigrants, employers and society at large. We will explore how we got to today’s situation and proposals to move forward.
Registration is free at https://events.anr.msu.edu/ImmigrationEssentials/. Once registered, you are welcome to attend any or all of the three sessions. Whether you're new to immigration compliance or looking to strengthen your current practices, this series offers essential guidance for agricultural employers.
