Melissa Watson Ward and Rebecca Young discuss the importance of farmworkers and the challenges they face in the modern world. Young highlights the diversity of farm workers and their contributions to our food system. The conversation covers pesticide exposure, extreme weather conditions, and better protections for farmworkers. Young emphasizes the importance of raising awareness and getting involved at the local level to support farmworkers and ensure their safety and well-being.
The Importance of Farm Workers with Farmworker Justice Director of Programs Rebecca Young
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The flagship podcast for South Carolina's only progressive media outlet hosted by John Cassibry. The Arena podcast takes you behind the scenes of the South Carolina State House by giving you direct access to state legislators, advocates, and pundits. Join us weekly for new episodes and watch the recording of our episodes at thearenasc.com.
The flagship podcast for South Carolina's only progressive media outlet hosted by John Cassibry. The Arena podcast takes you behind the scenes of the South Carolina State House by giving you direct access to state legislators, advocates, and pundits. Join us weekly for new episodes and watch the recording of our episodes at thearenasc.com.Listen on
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