EB-2024-0725 | January 2025
Guidelines for Delaware and Maryland Ag Operations on Writing an Employee Manual
This comprehensive guide, developed by experts from the University of Maryland Extension and University of Delaware Cooperative Extension, provides agricultural employers in Delaware and Maryland with essential insights into crafting a legally sound and effective employee manual. Covering key topics such as employment policies, workplace culture, legal compliance, and best practices, this resource helps farm owners and managers foster clear communication, improve employee relations, and ensure regulatory adherence. With practical templates, legal considerations, and expert-reviewed content, this publication is a must-have for agricultural operations seeking to enhance workforce management and operational efficiency.
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PAUL GOERINGER
lgoering@umd.edu
SIMA MAJNOONI
HOLLY RUSSO
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Goeringer, P., Majnooni, S., & Russo, H., (2024). Guidelines for Delaware and Maryland Ag Operations on Writing an Employee Manual (EB-2024-0725). University of Maryland Extension. go.umd.edu/EB-2024-0725