subsistence farmers

plural of subsistence farmer

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growers
Noun
  • However, there is an aphid species that singles out crape myrtle as a host, and this, ironically enough, has proven to be a boon to pecan growers.
    Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 13 Sep. 2025
  • Best Heirloom Mums to Plant Harmony Harvest works with a network of growers across the country in hopes of producing enough heirloom mums to compete in the global flower market.
    Mike Irvine, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Sep. 2025
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“Subsistence farmers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subsistence%20farmers. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.

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