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| I Want To Learn about Hispanics in Agriculture |
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 | Books on Hispanic Americans in Agriculture
USDA. National Agricultural Library.
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| Hispanic Farm and Ranch Operators (PDF|524 KB)
USDA. National Agricultural Statistics Service.
Provides basic statistical information regarding farms and ranches in the United States that have Hispanics as their principal operators. Draws data from the 2002 Census of Agriculture to present demographic breakdowns, economic figures and related data. |
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| The Story of Cesar Chavez
United Farm Workers.
A detailed biography of Chavez. Covers his early life, his work as an activist and labor organizer, his use of non-violent protest methods, his final days, and various posthumous honors. |
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| Cesar E. Chavez Foundation: An American Hero
Cesar E. Chavez Foundation.
Addresses the life and work of Cesar Chavez, including his founding of the National Farmworkers Association, the first successful farm workers union in American history. Also describes the values and philosophy that influenced his activism and assesses his impact on American life. |
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| Dolores Huerta Biography
Dolores Huerta Foundation.
A detailed, personal look at the life of Delores Huerta. Describes her childhood, early experiences of racism, and her initial forays into activism, culminating in her work as a labor organizer on behalf of farm workers. Also lists honors and awards she has received. |
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| About Dolores Huerta
About.com.
A biography of Dolores Huerta focusing on her work as a labor leader, organizer and social activist, including her efforts to establish the United Farm Workers union with Cesar Chavez. Also provides links to related resources. |
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| Eligio "Kika" de la Garza II
Library of Congress.
Focuses on de la Garza's public service, particularly his tenure as a Texas delegate to the House of Representatives and his work on the House agriculture committee, including his leadership on three farm bills and other significant pieces of agricultural legislation. |
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Last Modified: Feb 19, 2009 |
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