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How have illegal border crossings impacted some ranchers in Texas?

February 11, 2025 02:57 PM • 
RFD NEWS STAFF, Currey McCullough

Labor and immigration go hand-in-hand, and from property damage to safety concerns, many Texas ranchers face unique struggles living near the U.S.-Mexico border.

This Week in Louisiana Agriculture introduces us to one ranch family, sharing how illegal crossings have impacted their way of life.

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