VOICED : Jobless Italians return to vineyards for

Italy is focusing on hiring local unemployed individuals for grape picking instead of immigrant workers. The Farmers Union Coldiretti has initiated this change to support the local community amidst an economic crisis. Many Italians, previously reluctant to take on such jobs, are now participating due to limited job opportunities. The initiative has led to cost savings for employers and has been positively received, with many vineyards joining the effort. The Union emphasizes that this is not discrimination against foreign workers but a response to the current economic situation.

What change did the Farmers Union Coldiretti implement in their hiring process?

• They started hiring only immigrant workers.

• They decided to hire local unemployed individuals.

• They increased wages for grape pickers.

• They outsourced labor to other countries.

What is the unemployment rate situation in Italy as mentioned in the video?

• Unemployment is decreasing rapidly.

• Unemployment is at an all-time low.

• Unemployment has reached record levels.

• Unemployment is stable and not a concern.

Why does hiring locally benefit employers financially?

• They receive government subsidies.

• They save on accommodation costs.

• They can pay workers less than immigrants.

• They can hire more workers for the same price.

How have local Italians responded to the opportunity to work in vineyards?

• They are indifferent to the opportunity.

• They demand higher wages before accepting.

• They are reluctant and refuse to work.

• They are eager and willing to take on the jobs.

What is the monthly pay for workers in this initiative?

• €1500

• €2000

• €1000

• €1300