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UFWFarm workers are digging holes to put up a fence made with black tarp by a strawberry field near Watsonville. It will help keep small animals out of the field & block the dust of passing cars. <a href="https://union.place/tags/WeFeedYou" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WeFeedYou</a>

UFWMaria was hard at work planting leeks near Oxnard CA. "It's honest hard work. I'm proud of the work I do that helps feed America." <a href="https://union.place/tags/WeFeedYou" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WeFeedYou</a>

UFWJose share this picture from near Castroville CA. He said they were trying to finish dropping the sprinkler pipes in the row after transplanting cauliflower seedlings. They still had 15 acres left & then had to connect the pipes and start the irrigation process. <a href="https://union.place/tags/WeFeedYou" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WeFeedYou</a>

UFWFrancisco was driving a tractor with an attachment that plants seeds near Pájaro CA at a ranch that has 60 acres. He is planting iceberg lettuce and the machine plants four beds at a time. It is patient skilled work as he must drive very slow (less than 5 miles/hr). <a href="https://union.place/tags/WeFeedYou" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WeFeedYou</a>

UFWPlanting lettuce requires precise work. A machine carrying 4-6 persons will drop the seedlings into pre dug holes in each row but there is a farm worker who follows behind to esnure the plants are grounded and also to catch any missed holes. <a href="https://union.place/tags/WeFeedYou" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WeFeedYou</a>

UFWLiborio is carefully trimming the wine grape vines. Pruning helps control the vine's shape, promotes airflow & focuses the plant’s energy on producing high-quality grapes, leading to better flavor and a more successful harvest. <a href="https://union.place/tags/WeFeedYou" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WeFeedYou</a>

UFWErik shared this picture of his coworkers near Bakersfield CA. They are ensuring the trees have the necessary water and nutrients as well as the branches being able to support the weight of the future nuts. They work for minimum wage during this time. <a href="https://union.place/tags/WeFeedYou" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WeFeedYou</a>

UFWCoastal strawberry fields in Oxnard CA produce nearly 1 billion dollars in revenue for growers. Farm workers are paid minimum wage for most of the year. <a href="https://union.place/tags/WeFeedYou" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WeFeedYou</a>

UFWIgnacio works near Salinas CA. "I drive a tracker in the vegetables. Right now, we are removing debris and built up dirt/mud to allow water to drain after the rain last week. This will allow the rows to drain and dry so the harvest doesn't spoil." <a href="https://union.place/tags/WeFeedYou" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WeFeedYou</a>

UFWFarm workers work under a plastic awning while harvesting celery in Santa Maria CA. The canopy provides a little relief from the sun and winds on this day as they earn minimum wage. <a href="https://union.place/tags/WeFeedYou" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WeFeedYou</a>

UFWHappy Birthday <a href="https://union.place/tags/CesarChavez" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#CesarChavez</a>! Together we can continue his life’s work of organizing farm workers. Make your donation today. <a href="https://ufw.org/chavezmarch2025" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://ufw.org/chavezmarch2025</a> or <a href="https://paypal.com/paypalme/ufwdonate" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://paypal.com/paypalme/ufwdonate</a> <a href="https://union.place/tags/WeFeedYou" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WeFeedYou</a>

Gabe Ortíz“In a time like this, it takes courage just to do what we have been doing,” said <a href="https://union.place/@ufwupdates" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@ufwupdates</a> President Teresa Romero. “Farm workers—like all workers—need to keep organizing to protect themselves and protect each other.” <a href="https://ufw.org/on-cesar-chavez-day-ufw-unions-and-chavez-family-honor-legacy-with-historic-delano-mobilization-for-immigrant-rights/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://ufw.org/on-cesar-chavez-day-ufw-unions-and-chavez-family-honor-legacy-with-historic-delano-mobilization-for-immigrant-rights/</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/WeFeedYou" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WeFeedYou</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/WithTheseHands" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WithTheseHands</a>

Gabe OrtízDelano is "a place deeply rooted in movement history," <a href="https://union.place/@ufwupdates" class="u-url mention" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@ufwupdates</a> said."This demonstration will be the largest mobilization of union workers on behalf of immigrant rights since President Trump’s election. The March’s theme is 'Con Estas Manos / With These Hands' to highlight the role of immigrant workers as the backbone of the American economy." <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/WeFeedYou" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WeFeedYou</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/WithTheseHands" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WithTheseHands</a>

Gabe OrtízTomorrow, on César Chávez Day, the United Farm Workers, the California Federation of Labor Unions, and SEIU California will assemble over 5,000 of their members and fellow workers to march in Delano: <a href="https://ufw.org/on-cesar-chavez-day-ufw-unions-and-chavez-family-honor-legacy-with-historic-delano-mobilization-for-immigrant-rights/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" translate="no" target="_blank">https://ufw.org/on-cesar-chavez-day-ufw-unions-and-chavez-family-honor-legacy-with-historic-delano-mobilization-for-immigrant-rights/</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/WeFeedYou" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WeFeedYou</a> <a href="https://mastodon.social/tags/WithTheseHands" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WithTheseHands</a>

UFWOlivia labors in CA's Kern County fields and shares, "I am joining the march on March 31st to commemorate our great leader, César Chávez, who fought for our rights in the fields. Please join us!" <a href="https://union.place/tags/WeFeedYou" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WeFeedYou</a> <a href="https://union.place/tags/WithTheseHands" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WithTheseHands</a>

UFWIt’s pruning season at CK Mondavi. By removing excess growth, these workers under UFW contract make sure the vines don’t become overcrowded. This allows sunlight to reach the grapes, which helps the ripening process and improves the overall quality of the wine. <a href="https://union.place/tags/WeFeedYou" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WeFeedYou</a>

UFWEmiliano, shared, "A pipe broke in the main irrigation line. To fix it we need to dig and get as much water out as possible so we can reach the broken pipe. It's very hard to work in this mud, but urgent we fix it asap. The soil must stay moist to produce a good crop." <a href="https://union.place/tags/WeFeedYou" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WeFeedYou</a>

UFWGuillermina's been a farm worker for 20+ years laboring in various CA crops. I'm a farm worker from Delano, CA. I invite you to join me and thousands of others in celebrating the legacy of César Chávez starting at Delano's Memorial Park. Join us. Sí Se Puede!<a href="https://union.place/tags/WeFeedYou" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WeFeedYou</a>

UFW"Once social change begins, it cannot be reversed. You cannot un-educate the person who has learned to read. You cannot humiliate the person who feels pride. You cannot oppress the people who are not afraid anymore." -<a href="https://union.place/tags/CesarChavez" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#CesarChavez</a> <a href="https://union.place/tags/WeFeedYou" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WeFeedYou</a>

UFWThanks to César Chávez' movement, farm workers have benefits & better pay. Before farm workers, didn't have shade, drinking water or toilets. Now we have better salaries, insurance and our rights are respected and we're treated like human beings. - Rocio, farmworker <a href="https://union.place/tags/WeFeedYou" class="mention hashtag" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">#WeFeedYou</a>

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