Three employers in the French champagne sector are set to face trial for human trafficking and the exploitation of seasonal workers during grape picking in eastern France. Investigations revealed that around 50 migrant harvesters, primarily from West Africa, lived in deplorable conditions, with inadequate sanitation and unsafe housing. A woman director is specifically charged for her company's treatment of workers, while two men are accused of employing these workers under undignified conditions. The court proceedings follow an alert from a neighbor that led to inspections revealing severe health hazards.
The living conditions of these seasonal workers not only hinder their dignity but also pose serious threats to their health and safety, as highlighted by various investigations.
The investigators found that these seasonal workers were housed in deplorable conditions, including inadequate sanitation, unprotected living areas, and a general lack of cleanliness.
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