# H-2A Workers Face Pay Cut Amid Farm Labor Shift | Raleigh News

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Podcast: [Raleigh News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/raleigh-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7564076)
Published: 2026-07-24T14:35:13+00:00
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North Carolina’s farmworkers face a stark reality: while average wages rose across sectors, H-2A visa holders saw their pay slashed from $16.16 to $12.69 per hour — leaving some netting just $11.09 after housing. Farmers argue the cut reflects real labor market pressures, but advocates warn workers may hesitate to return next season, even as the U.S. remains a vital economic lifeline. Meanwhile, IBM’s stock tumbled after its mainframe division missed targets as customers pivot to AI hardware — a setback that leaves little room for error — though Red Hat continues to shine with strong growth. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e94b27d3d6672f35

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