On 2,000 acres across three counties, Nick Oomen’s family farm grows crops like asparagus, broccoli, zucchini and cherries. Even with a bountiful harvest, Oomen says he’s not sure how long the fourth-generation business called West Michigan Produce will last. That’s because Oomen and other farmers like him face increased labor costs they say they can’t afford. “We’re scraping through and making such small margins at this point,” he said.
Comment on Michigan farmers squeezed by wage hikes under migrant worker program
Candice Williams, Chicago Tribune: Business
Tue, 05/14/2024 - 12:20pm
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