A few employees expressed a desire for shorter days, so they could spend more time with the family. A worker was grateful that he was allowed to take time off for special occasions. One worker wished his farm labor contractor would provide jobs closer to home. Another suggested that vacations should be offered. One worker suggested another worker was needed in order to get the job done.
Workers expect cold water with ice, and clean toilets near their work area.
Several respondents want to be protected from foreman reprisals. It was suggested that employers exercise care in selecting foremen, and that these foremen be trained to treat workers well, give orders properly, avoid acting superior, not shout at or scold workers, and know how to perform the job well themselves. One worker wished farmers would not always take the side of the foreman when there was a disagreement. Another suggested that farmers should have rules that supervisors had to follow. One employee felt growers should not hire farm labor contractors as they were abusive.