campesino

A campesino is a rural farmer, often working small plots of land to grow crops or raise livestock. The term is commonly used in Latin America to describe people engaged in traditional, subsistence, or small-scale agriculture. Campesinos usually live in rural communities and play a vital role in local food production and cultural heritage. Their work often involves manual labor and close ties to the land, reflecting a way of life rooted in rural traditions and sustainable practices. The term emphasizes their connection to the countryside and agricultural livelihood.