About Us
California Farm Labor Contractor Association
About CFLCA
Since 2009, CFLCA has served a vital role in navigating complex labor laws on behalf of farm labor contractors (FLCs). Our premier organization advocates for best management practices and provides tools and education to ensure safe, profitable, and successful ag operations. Our work is dedicated to helping build positive relationships with grower clients and meaningful employment for agricultural employees.
FLCs account for over 40% of California's agricultural labor force; representing the employment of over 360,000O California farm workers. CFLCA Members include FLCs, growers, and other industry partners who operate small family businesses to large multi-crop production activities.
Our Mission
Championing a thriving, compliant, and respected ag labor industry by empowering farm labor contractors with the resources, advocacy, and community to succeed.
Our Vision
A safe and thriving workforce sustaining California agriculture with farm labor contractors, employees, producers, and communities prospering together.
Our Values
Integrity: We are honest, ethical, and responsible in our words and actions.
Respect for People: All people are treated fairly, equitably, and provided safe working conditions.
Making a Difference: Changing people’s lives through leadership, education, and support.
Stewardship: Elevating the standard for the health, welfare, and operational excellence of the ag labor industry.
Activities of the Association...
- Keep members updated on compliance and safety regulations and requirements.
- Lend assistance to farm labor contractors on various issues as needed.
- Encourage a high standard of professionalism in the farm labor contracting industry.
- Provide a board of directors that represents a variety of industry opinions and needs.
- Encourage continued education and professionalism through trainings, webinars, etc.
- Monitor and act upon pending legislation which affects farm labor contractors.
- Provide scholarships for the children of FLC farm workers.
- Encourage the recognition of farm labor contractors and their necessity among related groups and societies.
- Foster an exchange of ideas and information on labor management and safety issues.
- Promote wide recognition of the work of farm labor contractors as an integral component of the ag industry.