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Polish Farmers Report Shortage of Ukrainian Seasonal Workers

Polish farmers are facing an increasing shortage of seasonal workers for berry picking as competition for Ukrainian labor intensifies across the EU, particularly from Germany.

Polish Farmers Report Shortage of Ukrainian Seasonal Workers
Photo: 24tv.ua

Polish farmers are increasingly struggling to find enough seasonal workers for the strawberry harvest. This situation has changed, as many Ukrainians previously traveled to Poland for such jobs. Now, other EU countries, especially Germany, are actively seeking these workers.

The demand for seasonal labor in Poland has risen while availability has decreased. This leads to farmers in Poland being unable to fully harvest their crops. The competition for labor has intensified, complicating the situation further for Polish farmers.

Additionally, other sources report that the attractiveness of working conditions in Germany is drawing many Ukrainian workers. This development could have long-term effects on the labor markets in both countries.