Frank Hernandez, Midwest Center for Investigative Reporting, Author at Investigate Midwest

Agribusiness, Coronavirus, Labor

The CDC recommended states prioritize farmworkers for the COVID-19 vaccine. A few large agricultural states have not.

by Frank Hernandez, Midwest Center for Investigative Reporting February 18, 2021February 23, 2021 Why you can trust Investigate Midwest

A few states with large agricultural populations have, so far, left farmworkers out of their COVID-19 vaccine rollout.

Coronavirus, Government, Labor

Without federal oversight, some states protect workers from COVID-19, others shield businesses from lawsuits

by Frank Hernandez, Midwest Center for Investigative Reporting December 16, 2020December 17, 2020 Why you can trust Investigate Midwest

Coronavirus, Government

USDA continues to fund companies with no food service experience to help feed needy families

by Frank Hernandez, Midwest Center for Investigative Reporting October 8, 2020October 8, 2020 Why you can trust Investigate Midwest

Agribusiness, Coronavirus, Labor

With no guaranteed protections from COVID-19, agricultural workers face tough decision: protect their lives or retain financial security

by Frank Hernandez, Midwest Center for Investigative Reporting September 21, 2020September 30, 2020 Why you can trust Investigate Midwest

Coronavirus, Government

USDA adds, extends contracts for program that funded banking and wellness companies to feed needy families

by Frank Hernandez, Midwest Center for Investigative Reporting July 15, 2020July 24, 2020 Why you can trust Investigate Midwest