Every fall, seasonal farm jobs end. That’s normal. But Washington’s new “layoff notice” law now classifies those seasonal jobs as mass layoffs — the same category as a factory closing down. The result? Confusing headlines, worried communities, costly fines for paperwork errors, and now lawyers circling farms looking for lawsuits. This law doesn’t help workers. It just creates fear, chaos, and one more burden farms can’t afford. And with farms already hanging on by a thread, unnecessary laws like

Oktoberfest at Greenbank Farm tomorrow— Sat, Oct 4th — it’s a ton of fun! — Repost from @saratogaorchestrawhidbey • 🎺 Coming down from the mountains… and into the heart of Greenbank Farm! 🍺 Join us on October 4 at Whidbey’s Oktoberfest 2025 as the Puget Sound Alphorns bring their majestic, echoing tones to the celebration! 🇩🇪🦌 Their incredibly long, traditional instruments create a sound that’s both haunting and beautiful—you won’t want to miss it. Greenbank Farm Noon-6pm Check out all the