 Around the world, the COVID-19 pandemic has shown the vital role that migrants and in particular seasonal agricultural workers have in ensuring the supply of food to populations worldwide. In battling the pandemic, governments have adopted measures to limit and restrict mobility that have disrupted traditional seasonal migration networks, putting crops and livelihoods at risk. With many migrant workers unable to reach countries of destination, farmers have seen significant labor shortages, impacting food availability and pricing of agricultural goods worldwide. For migrant workers and their families, the loss of income has already led to a fall in remittances, limiting their access to basic services and social protection. In response, governments have adopted a variety of policies and measures. Some are extending visas, work and residence permits for seasonal workers already present in the country. An additional measure has been to mobilize labor domestically, including the unemployed and those not active in the labor market. Some governments have resorted to facilitating limited entry of seasonal workers from abroad under strict measures such as health checks before departure and quarantine upon arrival. In the coming weeks and months, governments around the world will have to implement additional measures to safely reopen seasonal migration routes for agricultural workers in order to support the sector and ensure food security. In doing so, it is crucial for governments to ensure that public health measures and occupational safety are accessible to all seasonal migrant workers, to safely reopen recruitment and employment of seasonal workers with due regard for the needs faced by migrants working in the agri-food sector. And finally, to take steps to prevent and address misinformation and xenophobia related to migrant workers and COVID-19. The recovery from the pandemic represents a learning opportunity for governments and communities alike on how to build better systems for the future, with robust labor migration channels that protect migrant workers and their families.