Farm Labor Shortage in Tacoma

The video discusses a program where young Americans are transported to farms to work during their vacations. This initiative helps address the shortage of farm labor due to war activities. The program is expanding nationwide, with the US employment office playing a key role in its implementation.

What is the main purpose of transporting young Americans to farms?

• To train them for military service

• To teach them about urban development

• To engage them in farm work during vacations

• To provide them with leisure activities

Which activities are the youngsters expected to perform on the farms?

• Planting, weeding, and harvesting

• Building houses

• Fishing and hunting

• Studying agricultural theory

Why are similar movements planned across the nation?

• To improve transportation systems

• To address the shortage of farm labor due to war activities

• To promote tourism

• To increase urban employment

What has caused the depletion of farm labor?

• Economic recession

• Technological advancements

• War activities

• Natural disasters

Who is responsible for organizing the youth employment on farms?

• Community centers

• Local schools

• Private companies

• US employment office