Advocates for laborers say that many workers on New York dairy farms live in substandard housing.

New York’s dairy industry is a vital part of the state's agricultural economy, generating nearly half of its total agricultural sales. However, dairy farmworkers, who are essential to its success, face precarious working and living conditions. Despite a demanding, year-round commitment, they often lack workplace protections and endure substandard housing.

Many dairy workers live in employer-provided housing that often fails to meet basic standards. These conditions are........

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