subsistence farmers

plural of subsistence farmer

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growers
Noun
  • The weekend is highlighted by the iconic pumpkin weigh-off, which draws growers from across the globe to compete for a grand prize.
    Marcus Smith, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2025
  • However, India had import duties in place to protect its domestic cotton growers.
    Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 30 Sep. 2025
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“Subsistence farmers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/subsistence%20farmers. Accessed 12 Oct. 2025.

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