Agricultural workers were individuals who labored in the agricultural industry, performing tasks such as planting, harvesting, and cultivating crops. They played a crucial role in the production of food and other agricultural products.
Related terms
Migrant Workers: These are agricultural workers who travel from place to place seeking employment during different growing seasons.
Dust Bowl: Refers to a period during the 1930s when severe dust storms swept across parts of the United States, causing significant damage to farmland and negatively impacting agricultural workers.
Labor Union: A group or organization formed by workers that aims to protect their rights and improve their working conditions through collective bargaining with employers.