H-2A Visas for Dairy Farms
USCIS guidance confirms that dairy farms with a temporary or seasonal labor need can use the H-2A program. See if your operation qualifies.
USCIS Guidance on H-2A for Dairy Farms
In June 2026, USCIS issued Policy Memorandum PM-602-0200, clarifying that dairy work is agricultural labor under the H-2A program and that dairy operations can have a temporary or seasonal labor need, even though milking continues year-round. Dairy H-2A petitions are handled like any other H-2A petition.
For years, many dairy farms were turned away because their work was seen as year-round. The guidance opens the door for those farms, but eligibility still depends on your operation, job duties and whether you can document a need that lasts one year or less. A qualification check helps you understand whether H-2A for dairy farms is a fit, and what it costs, before you invest time in filings.
Legal H-2A Dairy Workers for Milking and Herd Care
We support dairy employers with labor certification, paperwork, recruitment and full H-2A visa processing, so you can focus on the herd, not federal forms. Pay-on-arrival guarantee and 7-day support included.
Family-owned Head Honchos has served agricultural employers across the contiguous USA from San Antonio for 27 years, including major dairy states like Wisconsin, California, Texas and Michigan. Request your free qualification check today.
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Workers who can follow directions and communicate on the job.
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Crews prepared for the tools and tasks your operation requires.
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Reach our team when harvest and herd schedules cannot wait.
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