The governance of counter-exploitation policies in agriculture in Italy. Lagging behind despite progressive legislations

This report examines the governance arrangements underpinning Italy’s national policies addressing irregular migrant work in agriculture, with particular focus on Law 199/2016 against labour exploitation and gang-mastering. Drawing on desk research, semi-structured stakeholder interviews, and focus groups conducted between May 2024 and January 2025, the analysis reveals complex, multi-stakeholder and multi-level governance arrangements concerning both the formulation and the implementation of Law 199/2016.

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How to cite: Celoria E., Ponzo I. (2026). The governance of counter-exploitation policies in agriculture in Italy. Lagging behind despite progressive legislations. DignityFIRM.