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At the turn of the 21st century, California growers were farming more than 36,000 acres of asparagus.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2024

At that time, Andrea’s two sons, Angelo and Guy, were farming along his side.

From Seattle Times • Jul. 7, 2023

They were farming in direct sun for between two and eight hours.

From BBC • Dec. 8, 2022

Notably, the law was enforced only from late spring through summer, when people were farming.

From New York Times • Mar. 3, 2022

Many people were farming slopes that were practically perpendicular.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson