Waiting for the potato harvest to open, 150 migratory families from eleven states are camped in the brush along the highway. No water, no toilets provided. This is a newly developed potato area. Large scale industrialized farming, 3000 additional acres under cultivation this year for the first time. Seven miles east of Bakersfield, California
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The scene captures an outdoor setting with several makeshift tents and camping vehicles scattered across what appears to be a field or rural landscape. The central focus is on two large metal trailers attached to trucks parked side by side. One trailer door is open, revealing bedding inside, suggesting temporary living quarters for individuals or families in this environment.
In the foreground, there's an array of personal items and belongings strewn around, including blankets, a bucket, and various other objects indicating habitation despite limited amenities. The background shows more tents, cars with people sitting on them, and some structures that might be used as additional living spaces or storage areas.
The sky is clear without any visible clouds, suggesting it's possibly midday. There are no trees immediately adjacent to the campsite; however, a few distant palm trees can be seen in the far background under an expansive skyline with power lines run [...]](https://files.mastodon.social/cache/media_attachments/files/115/949/782/558/253/499/original/b4a69c2aa53fedc8.jpeg)
Irrigation canal seven miles west of Nyssa, Malheur County, Oregon
Waiting for the potato harvest to open, 150 migratory families from eleven states are camped in the brush along the highway. No water, no toilets provided. This is a newly developed potato area. Large scale industrialized farming, 3000 additional acres under cultivation this year for the first time. Seven miles east of Bakersfield, California
#3000additionalacres #first #Sevenmiles #Bakersfield #California
