The Bracero Group

10/04/2025

FINALLY! DOL Issues New H-2A Rule Cutting Hourly Wages for Migrant Ag Workers

A new Labor Department rule lowers the Adverse Effect Wage Rate methodology for H-2A workers. The wage changes in the interim final rule published in the Federal Register will save H-2A employers $2.46 billion per year.

08/26/2025

Harvest is more than just grapes and vines; it’s people. 💛 And we’re so blessed to have Dons Filemon, Nel, and Carlos as part of our Farmhouse family and proud members of The Bracero Group H2A worker program.

Nel and Carlos guide the grape harvesters through the rows with steady hands, while Filemon makes sure every cluster finds its way safely from harvester to bin. 🌿🍇 It’s long hours, hard work, and a whole lot of dust but these three show up with grit, dedication, and heart every single day.

They’re not just apart of our team, they’re family. And Farmhouse wouldn’t be what it is without them. Here’s to the ones who help turn harvest into the beautiful beginning of every bottle.

08/26/2025

Bracero Group H2A workers are all smiles at Farmhouse Vineyards
https://www.instagram.com/p/DN0gPalRwa9/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

08/19/2025

The Bracero Group remains your 'go-to' H2A agent to navigate the complicated H2A process. We make it seamless for employers to meet state, federal, and consulate requirements and timelines. Interested in learning more? Contact Sabrina directly at 830.456.2787 or [email protected]

U.S. farmers face challenges with visa programs and labor shortages, highlighting the importance of Mexican workers and the need for immigration reform in agriculture.

08/04/2025

It's the Worst Time To Be an American Farmer in Decades - Newsweek

Rising debt, falling crop prices and labor force struggles are pushing America's farmers to the limit in 2025.

07/18/2025

02/25/2025

Makes me very sad. National Parks as an adult have been a mainstay in my travels. It is a gift that we take for granted. What a detrimental loss to younger generations who have yet to experience the National Parks program. Its history is worth reading. https://www.nps.gov/articles/quick-nps-history.htm #:~:text=On%20August%2025%2C%201916%2C%20President,as%20scenic%20and%20scientific%20importance.

Mass firing hits national parks ahead of busy summer season

https://www.cnn.com/2025/02/24/us/national-park-rangers-layoffs

Visitors to America’s national parks can expect shorter hours and longer lines after the Trump administration fired 1,000 park employees as part of its latest effort to dramatically reduce the federal workforce.

02/07/2025

Today is the one year anniversary of my dad's death. Have been fighting tears most of the day, but I found some funny pics that reminded me of fun and funny times. Luv ❤️ u dad and I'll see you in heaven.

02/01/2025

Thanks to Gulf Coast Winegrowers Association for putting on an excellent event today. The Bracero Group remains steadfast in bridging the unfilled labor needs of vineyard owners. wholesale nurseries, ranchers, etc with qualified and legal H2A workers!

09/09/2024

Interestng and true

Water is the lifeblood of Texas agriculture, and nowhere is that more critical than in the Rio Grande Valley.

10/24/2023

Learn how you can make your vineyard labor woes and thing of the past. Join The Bracero Group and others for a discussion about Small Vineyard Risks & Cost Management. Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81347979846?pwd=EObLG9nIc7XLxan3eb7HLQzGrRtMaY.1
Meeting ID: 813 4797 9846
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