Latvian farmers are hiring foreign workers to pick berries because of a shortage of local labor.

2025-08-11 00:00

The strawberry season in Latvia is coming to an end, and it has been a challenging one for farmers due to excessive moisture negatively impacting the harvest. Meanwhile, the market is saturated with raspberries and other berries, putting pressure on producers. A significant issue faced by farmers is the shortage of labor, as many pickers have.

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