Welcome to FEELDS!
Welcome to Inside FEELDS, our exclusive members-only website! We have been dedicated to assisting farmers just like you for over two decades, and we are thrilled to have you with us.
Established in 2001, FEELDS has emerged as a leading authority on navigating the intricate landscape of federal and state employment regulations. Say goodbye to deciphering convoluted administrative language or reaching out to multiple agencies for answers. At FEELDS, we are your trusted partner, delivering essential information on wage & hour regulations and safety standards. Stay compliant, breeze through audits, and emerge victorious in legal challenges. Our mission is to empower your farm amidst the regulatory complexity.
Within this website, you will discover an array of resources designed to assist you at every stage of the agricultural employment journey, from pre-employment processes to farewells.
Should you have any questions, do not hesitate to reach out to Roberta Gruber's direct number at (503) 510-6458 or her office number; (503) 399-1701 ext 305. Both your satisfaction and your success are our top priorities.
Meet the FEELDS Team
FEELDS Program Manager
Roberta Gruber
Roberta Gruber is the Program Manager at FEELDS, a role she has held since the program's birth in 2001. She worked for the California Farm Bureau helping farm employers from 1990-2000. She is a graduate of Linfield College, holds professional certification through the HR Certification Institute (HRCI), and is a member of The Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM).
Legal Defence Attorney
Tim Bernasek
Legal defense services for covered claims received by FEELDS members are handled by Tim Bernasek, a distinguished employment law attorney affiliated with the Dunn, Carney law firm in Portland.
FEELDS Program Administrator
Greg Addington
Greg Addington, the Executive Director of Oregon Farm Bureau is also the FEELDS Program Administrator, responsible for the nitty gritty of the FEELDS program's success.