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In a striking contrast to the surrounding Sonora Desert, Yuma County boasts fertile fields of lettuce and other winter crops, a testament to the power of the Colorado River. Once abundant with water, the river supported a thriving agricultural ecosystem that occasionally faced flooding due to excessive sediment deposits over the years. This geographical advantage, combined with the warm winters of the region, has made Yuma a prime location for growing lettuce and other vegetables during the colder months when other regions are unable to do so.