Programs & Workshops

Human Resource Professional in Agricultural (HRPA)Julia Rubbo, HRPA Office Manager Valley Farm Management, Inc.

APMA Human Resource Professional in Agriculture Certificate Program has a unique focus on agriculture and incorporates a wide range of topics that will help HR professional advance to the next level. It was developed and now being presented by the leading consultants in the field. The program is designed for working adults, with classes scheduled strategically to minimize disruption to your work. We invite all HR professionals to complete this certificate program and stay current on various issues, from legal compliance to employee relations.  Graduates for this program will receive a prestigious designation of Human Resource Professional in Agriculture (HRPA).

HRPA Continuing Education: To enter your HRPA Recertification Requirement please click here

To register online: Click Here

We are offering HRPA Certificate Program via Zoom.  Please register online and we will send you Zoom invitation via email.

Current Schedule: Stay tuned! Classes are set to begin this August.

 For class announcements, please sign up for our email updates.

All sessions are offered in 2 parts from 9 AM to 12 PM.   

9 classes (6-hours each) are required for program certificate.  Classes can also be taken individually.  Please contact us 831-422-8023 if you have questions about the program.  

 

H-2A Roundtables Are Back!

We are excited to announce the return of APMA’s H-2A Roundtables—bringing you timely updates, expert insights, and valuable discussions on today’s most important H-2A topics.

Please click here to view the schedule. Links below provide full details and registration information.

2026-2027 H-2A Roundtables

Salinas – July 28, 2026 – registration
Sonoma – July 30, 2026 – registration
Yuma/Winterhaven – January 13, 2027 – registration

 

Mission Statement

Our Mission is to encourage and develop creative leadership and effective personnel management within the agribusiness community. We accomplish this by disseminating information through area meetings, workshops, newsletters and bulletins, and our Annual Forum.

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