Vermont Farms Rally in Support of Jamaican Hurricane Victims
Originally Published 2 months ago — by VTDigger
Farms in Vermont are rallying to support Jamaican seasonal workers affected by Hurricane Melissa, which caused significant damage in Jamaica. Many workers have returned home to find their properties destroyed, prompting local aid efforts including crowdfunding campaigns to assist them and their families. Vermont relies heavily on Jamaican workers for agriculture, and communities are working to provide support during this crisis.