California farmers to destroy 420,000 peach trees after Del Monte collapses
Officials say cutting 50,000 tons of peaches from production could prevent $30m in losses for farmers
Officials say cutting 50,000 tons of peaches from production could prevent $30m in losses for farmers
It’s heartbreaking to see 420,000 peach trees being destroyed, but with Del Monte collapsing, farmers had no choice to avoid losing $30 million.
Cutting 50,000 tons of peaches might prevent losses, but what about the farmworkers who depend on those harvests for their livelihoods?
This is what happens when a few big processors control the market. Small farmers are left holding the bag when a giant like Del Monte goes under.
I hope the state steps in with some aid for these farmers. Losing that many trees will take years to recover from, even if it stops immediate losses.