ProPublica's investigation reveals severe abuses within the H-2A visa program, designed to bring in seasonal farmworkers. These workers face exploitation, including wage theft, unsafe conditions, and threats of deportation by labor contractors. Some have endured assault and even death, with instances labeled as modern-day slavery by a judge. The demand for H-2A workers is expected to increase significantly due to domestic labor shortages and immigration policies. Experts suggest reforms to protect workers amid growing exploitation risks. Key recommendations include better enforcement of existing rules, which are often overlooked due to limited resources. Strengthening accountability for farmers is also crucial, potentially rewarding compliance and penalizing violations. The Fair Food Program, a worker-driven initiative, offers a model for corporate involvement in ending abuses through ethical sourcing agreements. This program involves corporate buyers enforcing worker protections and ensuring fair treatment, though its reach is still limited. Experts emphasize that such programs, along with other proposed changes, are essential to addressing the pervasive problems within the H-2A system. This is due to the fact that the current system has proven to be ineffective at protecting vulnerable workers. The involvement of corporations through programs like the Fair Food Program is crucial for stopping these abuses.