The results of a thorough study of morbidity with temporary disablement in 4,164 agro-industrial workers from five types of agro-industrial associations (horned cattle breeding, pork breeding, mechanization, fruit and tobacco growing) are presented. After the main medical causes of morbidity with temporary digestive tract disorders, accidents and poisonings, diseases of the osteo-muscular and respiratory systems) the authors analyses the causal relations with various risk factors (alcohol abuse, non-observance of microclimate standards at the working spot, length of service, means of conveyance, worker's age, types of activities, etc.). It is underlined that a decrease in morbidity with temporary disablement is possible and that more sustained health programs are required.