Femmigrants United: Sowing the Seeds of Change in U.S. Agriculture

In the fertile soil of America’s farmlands, a quiet revolution is underway. It's not driven by machines or corporate mergers—but by immigrants. From sunup to sundown, immigrant men, women, and even their children are the lifeblood of our agricultural system. At Femmigrants United, we believe it's time to give credit where credit is long overdue.

Immigrants make up nearly half of the agricultural workforce in the U.S., performing some of the most physically demanding and essential work in the country. They plant, cultivate, harvest, and process the food that ends up in every American kitchen. Whether it's picking strawberries in California, shearing sheep in Colorado, or tending dairy cows in Wisconsin, immigrant farmworkers are the invisible hands that feed a nation.

Yet, their contributions often go unrecognized—or worse, criminalized.

Immigration reform is no longer optional—it’s a food security issue.

The current U.S. immigration system is outdated, inefficient, and disconnected from the real labor needs of our agricultural economy. As aging rural populations retire and younger Americans show little interest in farm labor, the need for immigrant workers has never been more urgent. Still, restrictive immigration policies, visa backlogs, and the constant threat of deportation continue to destabilize the industry.

A recent study showed that losing even 50% of the undocumented workforce could lead to a staggering $60 billion loss in annual U.S. farm income. Crops would rot in the fields. Shelves would go empty. Prices would skyrocket.

These are not hypothetical scenarios—they’re unfolding now.

At Femmigrants United, we advocate for sustainable immigration policies that recognize immigrants not just as laborers, but as essential workers and community leaders. Many bring generational farming knowledge from their home countries. Some use sustainable practices that help combat climate change and protect biodiversity. Others are training the next generation—their children—to continue this legacy.

But we can’t stop at awareness. This is a call to action.

We need policy that protects these workers, invests in their development, and values their humanity. We need programs that offer pathways to legal status, workforce training, and economic empowerment.

Here’s how you can help:

• Donate to support our immigration aid, mental health services, and job training.

• Volunteer your time to amplify the stories of immigrant farmworkers. Ask how!

• Advocate with us for policies that support humane immigration reform and agricultural stability.

• Share this blog with your network to raise awareness.

At Femmigrants United, we’re planting the seeds of justice, one, one farm, one policy at a time. This isn’t just about immigration—it’s about protecting America’s food supply, strengthening rural economies, and building a more inclusive future.

Visit www.FEMMU.org today and join us in making sure the immigrants who feed America are no longer invisible.

Together, we can harvest a future where everyone eats—and everyone matters.