Growers worry about labor reform plans

By Amy D. Fienen
amyfienen@yahoo.com
New rules recently adopted by the federal government could have far-reaching effects for local Valley farmers who rely on the work of illegal immigrants.

On Aug. 10, Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff and Commerce Secretary Carlos Gutierrez announced a series of reforms the administration will pursue to address border security and immigration challenges in light of Congress'â„¢ failure to pass an immigration reform bill.

Beginning next month, the Social Security Administration will send employers a no-matchÂ