Filipino Workers Cutting Lettuce Imperial Valley 1939

Filipino workers cut lettuce in the Imperial Valley near Westmorland, California, in February 1939. This image is part of the FSA/OWI Collection and illustrates the critical role of immigrant labor in Californias agriculture. The Imperial Valley, known for its fertile land, has historically relied on diverse labor forces to support its farming economy.

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