Opinion: Immigration reform can ease farm labor shortages
Story Date: 4/29/2022

 

Source: THE HILL, 4/27/22


It’s no secret that U.S. farmers have been burdened with ongoing labor shortages for years. The pain points of this issue include immigration laws in their current form and a declining interest in agricultural employment. COVID-related border closures compounded these issues, as farmers grappled with securing the farm labor necessary amid historic supply chain disruption.   American farmers already shoulder an enormous amount of responsibility...

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