What Office of Foreign Labor Certification means to ag employers

The Office of Foreign Labor Certification (OFLC) is a division within the U.S. Department of Labor responsible for administering the H-2A program, which allows agricultural employers to hire foreign workers for temporary or seasonal agricultural labor when there are not enough U.S. workers available. The OFLC reviews and processes applications for temporary labor certifications, ensuring that the employment of foreign workers does not adversely affect the wages and working conditions of U.S. workers in similar positions. The office plays a critical role in certifying that employers meet all regulatory requirements before they can hire H-2A workers.