The National Farm Workers Association (NFWA) was founded in 1962 by labor leader Cesar Chavez and others to advocate for the rights of agricultural workers in the United States. The organization aimed to improve working conditions, wages, and benefits for farm laborers, who often faced harsh conditions and low pay. In 1966, the NFWA merged with the United Farm Workers (UFW) to strengthen its efforts. The UFW became a prominent labor union, known for organizing strikes and boycotts, including the famous grape boycott, to raise awareness about the struggles of farm workers and push for better labor practices.