Farmworkers Face Heightened Food Insecurity Amid Pandemic

The video highlights the struggles of farm workers in the US, who earn low incomes and often lack access to government aid due to undocumented status. Many live in food deserts, and their challenges have worsened with the COVID-19 pandemic. Monica Ramirez, founder of Justice for Migrant Women, has launched the Farmworkers Pandemic Relief Fund to provide essential supplies to these workers. The fund aims to distribute $3 million to at least 15 organizations, including Called To Serve Farmworkers and RCMA, which directly support farm worker families. These efforts aim to alleviate the hardships faced by these essential workers.

What is the average annual income range for farm worker families according to the National Agricultural Workers Survey?

• $10,000 to $15,000

• $25,000 to $30,000

• $30,000 to $35,000

• $17,500 to $20,000

What percentage of the US hired crop labor force is undocumented?

• 60%

• 49%

• 25%

• 75%

What is the goal amount for the Farmworkers Pandemic Relief Fund?

• Four million dollars

• Three million dollars

• Two million dollars

• One million dollars

Which organization is mentioned as serving 125 families twice a week with food?

• Called To Serve Farmworkers

• RCMA

• Justice for Migrant Women

• Hispanics in Philanthropy

How many rural counties in Florida does RCMA serve?

• 10

• 15

• 21

• 30