Will Trump's Deportation Policy Drive Up Farm Wages?

The video discusses the impact of immigration policies on farm labor, highlighting the increase in farmworker wages due to stricter immigration enforcement. It references a USDA study predicting significant economic impacts if undocumented workers were removed. The discussion covers the reliance on immigrant labor in certain agricultural sectors and the potential consequences of deportation without alternative labor solutions. The H2A visa program is presented as a possible solution, though it faces challenges such as bureaucratic delays and wage inflation.

What are some potential consequences of a significant decrease in the farmworker population in the U.S.?

What solutions are suggested to address the labor shortage in agriculture without relying on undocumented workers?