b) Labor rights movements in agriculture

In the 1970s, a critical shift influenced by Cesar Chavez’s activism reshaped American agriculture’s role in global trade. Chavez, a labor leader and civil rights activist, was instrumental in advancing labor rights movements in agriculture, particularly for farmworkers. His efforts led to improved working conditions, fairer wages, and greater recognition of farmworkers’ rights. These changes in labor rights had a profound impact on the agricultural sector, affecting production costs and competitiveness in global markets. The activism led by Chavez and others brought significant social change to American agriculture and its workforce.