Farm Payroll 101

Описание: In this recorded workshop, we explore practical ways farmers can confidently manage payroll as part of a successful farm business. From choosing the right payroll system to understanding wage and labor laws, this session is designed to reduce stress, prevent errors, and help you stay compliant while supporting your farm team.

🌱 What You’ll Learn
Understanding required payroll documentation
How to choose payroll software that fits your farm
Setting up a payroll system that meets regulatory requirements
Navigating payroll taxes and deductions with confidence

👨‍🌾 Farmer Story: Jeff Benton, Orange Circle Farm
Jeff shares real-world insights from self-managing payroll on his own farm, including:
Lessons learned from setting up payroll independently
Practices that reduce errors and administrative burden
Tips for staying organized and compliant over time

🎯 Who This Workshop Is For
Beginning and intermediate farmers
Farmers hiring employees or managing payroll in-house
Anyone looking to better understand wage and labor laws
Farmers seeking systems that support both their business and employees

🎓 Speakers: Francesca Gallo with Legal Food Hub, Doug Sweeney with Holland and Knight, and Marie Donohue with Isolved
🌾 Farmer Highlight: Jeff Benton with Orange Circle Farm

Participants will leave with actionable strategies, a clearer understanding of payroll requirements, and greater confidence in managing payroll systems that work for their farm.

Funding Acknowledgment: This material is based upon work supported by USDA/NIFA under Award Number 2025-70027-42540.