Federal Officials Visit Rio Farm to Address South Texas Agriculture Workforce
· Texas Border Business
On August 12, 2026, U.S. Rep. Monica De La Cruz and Acting U.S. Secretary of Labor Keith Sonderling visited Rio Farm Inc. in Monte Alto, Texas, to discuss agricultural workforce needs and immigration policies affecting South Texas. De La Cruz emphasized the importance of labor issues for the region, while Sonderling highlighted the immediate demand for workers and the necessity of attracting local talent to agriculture. They discussed the H-2A program, which allows seasonal foreign workers, and proposed legislative solutions like the Bracero 2.0 program. Both officials stressed the need for better agricultural education in schools to inspire future workers.
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