since an ancestor settled there in the 19th century, farming has been the only occupation for six generations of the family
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Beyond the scenery, the canyon is a living landscape, home to Navajo families who continue traditions of farming and herding.—Alia Beard Rau, USA Today, 10 June 2026 Many shoppers choose organic foods for a variety of reasons, including concerns about pesticide exposure, support for certain farming practices, or environmental considerations.—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 10 June 2026 Students planted sunflower seeds to take home while learning about livestock, farming and agriculture from Ramona FFA members.—Stephanie Ogilvie, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 June 2026 Women sang, debated and pitched business ideas ranging from poultry farming to detergent-making.—ABC News, 10 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for farming