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Area of Science:

  • Occupational health
  • Nephrology
  • Environmental health

Background:

  • Agricultural workers face unique occupational health challenges.
  • Renal function and acute kidney injury (AKI) are critical health outcomes in this population.
  • Understanding temporal trends in kidney health is essential for targeted interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To longitudinally evaluate renal function and AKI incidence in US agricultural workers.
  • To compare AKI risk across different agricultural work types and compensation structures.

Main Methods:

  • A longitudinal study followed Florida agricultural workers from January 2020 to August 2022.
  • Blood and urine samples were collected pre- and post-workday during five visits.
  • Renal function (e.g., estimated glomerular filtration rate) and AKI were assessed.

Main Results:

  • Preworkday kidney function was lower in summers but stable over time.
  • Fernery workers (piece-rate) showed a significant increase in postworkday AKI from 21% in 2020 to 43% by study end.
  • Nursery workers (hourly) had a stable AKI rate of 11%.

Conclusions:

  • AKI risk progression varies significantly based on agricultural work type.
  • Piece-rate compensation in agricultural work is associated with increasing AKI rates, likely due to incentives that discourage rest and hydration.
  • Occupational safety interventions should consider compensation structures and work practices.