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Every year, one million migrants harvest Europe’s fields, picking the produce that fills supermarkets. That bounty of fruits and vegetables comes at a cost – as most of the harvesters live and work in precarious conditions. Among them is Seydou from Mali. He harvests oranges in southern Italy from December to March – working without a contract. Whenever inspectors come, he is forced has to hide. “The legal documents… it’s a big problem for everyone,” he says. Seydou’s story reflects the struggles of many harvesters. In Italy alone, there are between 400,000 to 500,000 migrant workers in the agricultural sector. Meet the individuals who sustain our food systems, and discover the true human cost that keeps the overflowing European supermarkets stacked with fruits and vegetables. Watch:
Run time: 121 mins
Film by Elke Sassé
Production: Berlin Producers, DW
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