Labor Trends

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Labor Trends

FY2024 H-2B totals: Visas issued are not the same as status acquired

The DHS report records 139,541 H-2B visas issued and a broader combined total of 142,063 for FY2024. Supplemental-cap visas are already included. Neither figure should be treated as a verified count of distinct workers employed.

Published: 2026-10-21

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FY2024 H-2A Certifications: Five States Accounted for About Half of Positions

The Department of Labor’s FY2024 statistics show 384,900 certified H-2A positions, with Florida leading the state totals and crop, nursery, and greenhouse labor dominating occupations. These are certified positions—not unique workers, visas, or hires. This retrospective, prepared October 20, 2026, does not verify current October 2026 legal status.

Published: 2026-10-21

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