Ag employers struggling to retain workers, says report
Foreign-born workers are an essential part of the U.S. food supply chain, and if the nation wants to stabilize food prices, it’s going to need a lot more of them, according to new research released this week by the American Immigration Council. The group, which advocates for immigrants throughout the U.S., found that ag employers are struggling to retain enough workers amid a national labor crisis that is fueling higher prices at grocery stores.
Dean Foods files for bankruptcy, considers sale to Dairy Farmers of America
Dean Foods, one of the country’s largest milk processors, filed for bankruptcy and is exploring a sale to leading dairy cooperative, Dairy Farmers of America. The company has reported losses for eight of its last ten quarters, including five consecutive quarters. Dean attributes its weak …