Chalmers Carr on Navigating the Challenges of the H-2A Visa Program for American Agriculture

In this episode of American Potential, host Jeff Crank speaks with Chalmers Carr, President and CEO of Titan Farms, the largest peach producer on the East Coast. Carr delves into the intricacies of the H-2A visa program, a crucial tool for American agriculture that has benefited both his farm and its workers for decades. He shares how the program has been essential in maintaining a legal, reliable workforce, allowing Titan Farms to thrive and contribute to the U.S. food supply. Carr also discusses the recent changes implemented by the Biden-Harris administration that have made the H-2A program more cumbersome and costly to use. These new regulations have increased operational challenges, raising concerns about the future of American farming and the impact on food prices. Tune in to learn about the vital role of the H-2A visa program in American agriculture and the potential consequences of the current administration’s policy Check out American Potential here: https://americanpotential.com Check out our Spanish episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8wSZydeKZ6uOuFlT_1QQ53L7l6AmC83c Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanPotentialPodcast  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/americanpotentialpodcast/ X: https://twitter.com/AMPotentialPod

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American Potential is a national award-winning podcast showcasing how everyday Americans are breaking barriers in their communities. While some guests are public officials or influencers, many are ordinary people who took a stand and made a difference. We discuss real policy solutions to the nation’s biggest challenges and highlight those taking action. Hosted by David From, a Regional Vice President at Americans for Prosperity, the podcast shares stories of success and struggle to inspire you to create change in your own community. American Potential won the Gold Award at the 18th annual w3 Awards in the News and Politics Podcast category. American Potential is a project of Americans for Prosperity, an advocacy and accountability organization that helps pass policies to expand freedom and opportunity.