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Farmers in Arizona Urge for Increased Migrant Labor Ahead of 2026 Midterms

20 Ekim 2026France 24

As the 2026 midterms approach, Arizona farmers advocate for more legal migrant workers to prevent crop loss.
As the US midterms approach, immigration is a key issue in the political landscape, particularly in Arizona's Yuma County. Farmers like John Boelts are advocating for an increase in legal migrant workers, emphasizing that their labor is crucial for planting and harvesting essential crops.
Without sufficient migrant labor, there is a risk that crops may go unplanted or wasted, highlighting the intersection of agriculture and immigration policy.
Yuma County, located near the US-Mexico border, is heavily reliant on agriculture, making it particularly vulnerable to labor shortages. The upcoming midterms have reignited discussions on immigration, with various stakeholders, including farmers, pushing for policies that facilitate the entry of migrant workers to…
The call for more migrant workers by farmers in Yuma County underscores the complexities of immigration policy in the United States. As agricultural sectors struggle to find labor, the demand for legal migrants may influence political agendas in the upcoming midterms.

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