Good evening. We’re pleased to host this year’s symposium to talk about a sector of the economy that is particularly important to the region we serve. I very much appreciate your participation and look forward to our discussion. This year’s topic takes a close look at labor market dynamics in the agricultural sector. As the title “Help Wanted in Agriculture” suggests, the availability of workers is a central concern among producers. This is true not only in agriculture but across the wider economy. In my remarks this evening, I’ll talk about these labor market challenges in the context of broader economic conditions ... (full story)