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flag U.S. farms struggle with labor shortage, prompting new strategies and legislation for support.

flag The U.S. agricultural sector faces severe labor shortages, with nearly 2.4 million jobs unfilled, impacting various commodities. flag Strategies to address this include attracting younger workers, implementing technology and automation, collaborating with educational institutions, offering competitive wages, and developing partnerships with community organizations. flag Additionally, the Honor Farmer Contracts Act, introduced by Senators Van Hollen and Booker, aims to release withheld funding by the USDA and prevent the closure of USDA offices without proper notice. flag This legislation is backed by 16 senators and aims to support farmers financially and operationally.

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