farmworkers
Coverage of farmworkers in the Nexus archive.
- Parkinson’s disease is consistently linked to pesticide exposure, putting Rio Grande Valley farmworkers at risk
Parkinson’s disease is consistently linked to pesticide exposure, with Rio Grande Valley farmworkers and nearby residents facing heightened risk. The Rio Grande Valley’s 6,000+ farmworkers, including those in Edinburg, Texas, where onions are grown, are exposed to pesticides that may increase Parkinson’s disease risk.
- Video of 4 men burned to death by suspected gangmasters highlights abuse of migrant workers in Italy
Police in Italy arrested two people after a car carrying four farmworkers was set on fire, killing all occupants. The incident highlights suspected gangmaster abuse of migrant workers in the country.
- On California farms, workers say threats to deport them are on the rise
Farmworkers in California report increased threats from employers to contact ICE if they raise complaints about workplace violations. These threats are used to intimidate workers and discourage them from reporting labor rights issues.
- Majority of America’s farmers say they can’t afford fertilizer in new survey
A survey by the American Farm Bureau Federation found 70% of U.S. farmworkers cannot afford fertilizer due to rising costs linked to the U.S.-Israeli conflict in Iran. The survey highlights financial strain on farmers from escalating fertilizer prices.