They harvest the nation’s food, but a new rule may strip them of health insurance

Farmworkers who rely on Medicaid face potential loss of health insurance due to a new rule. Their employment is characterized by seasonal work, inconsistent hours, and frequent moves. Additionally, the prevalence of cash payments and informal jobs creates instability. These common employment patterns in the agricultural sector could put their essential health coverage at risk, threatening the wellbeing of those who harvest the nation's food supply under these precarious working conditions.