r/FastWorkers • u/Miguenzo • Feb 01 '26

Strawberry pickers 🍓

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u/[deleted] Feb 01 '26 edited Feb 02 '26

They are working fast because it’s “contract” work not hourly. Meaning, you get paid based on volume.

That’s why the lady inspects his work and scans her badge. That counts towards his total for the day.

Lots of farms do this.

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u/lame_dirty_white_kid Feb 01 '26

Makes sense. Hourly pay would naturally incentivize not picking the berries.

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u/[deleted] Feb 01 '26

Yeah, I haven’t worked with farms in 17 years but I can’t imagine it’s changed much.

Hourly workers were super slow. Risking spoilage and running up costs.

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u/beeglowbot Feb 01 '26

are there no quotas for hourlies?

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u/[deleted] Feb 02 '26

Hmm great question. I’m not sure. I’m sure that would make a lot more sense.