Western, Southern Farmers ‘Need to Work Together’ on Labor

Taylor HillmanCattle, Citrus, Corn, Cotton, Dairy & Livestock, Field & Row Crops, Forage Crops, General, Grain, Poultry, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Tree, nut & vine crops

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Many California growers are struggling with finding enough labor to work the crops this year. Growers around the nation are having the same problem. Sabrina Hill speaks with a driving force for the national labor and immigration cause.
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I was able to visit South Carolina peach grower Chalmers Carr, who is also the president of USA Farmers Inc. He says its an important time for farmers all over the nation to come together.
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Carr on labor shortages in southern states.

Carr on differences between California and other states.

Carr on political action.

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