Monday, May 30, 2011

Ga. gov requests inquiry into farm labor shortage after state approves immigration crackdown

The new law this governor signed, barring most immigrant labor, has created hardship for his residents. Farmers have pushed for help. - - Donna Poisl

by RAY HENRY Associated Press

ATLANTA — Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal has asked agriculture officials to assess complaints of farm labor shortages after he signed one of the toughest laws in the country targeting illegal immigrants, including those who help harvest the state's fruit and vegetable crops.

The letter sent Thursday asks Agriculture Commissioner Gary Black to report his findings by June 10.
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