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Minnesota hemp farmers rethink the crop as federal hemp-THC ban approaches

Minnesota hemp farmers rethink the crop as federal hemp-THC ban approaches

After growing hemp since 2019, Jeremy Saueressig decided to plant more soybeans this year instead. He’s among the hemp farmers calling it quits due to uncertainty.
by Nicole Ki

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Senate approves funding bill including hemp ban delay to avoid a shutdown before the election

Senate approves funding bill including hemp ban delay to avoid a shutdown before the election

The Senate passed an overnight vote on a temporary funding bill that would keep federal agencies operating through December 11 and avoid a government shutdown, though the measure still requires House approval and the president's signature.
by The Associated Press and MPR News Staff

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As the next generation takes over the family farm, a tough economy brings new challenges

As the next generation takes over the family farm, a tough economy brings new challenges

Passing on the family farm to the next generation is typically an involved process, both financially and emotionally. A turbulent agricultural economy the past few years has made that transition even more difficult.
by Tadeo Ruiz Sandoval

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Politicians to court ag vote at Minnesota Farmfest this week amid drought, high costs and uncertain markets

Politicians to court ag vote at Minnesota Farmfest this week amid drought, high costs and uncertain markets

The three-day Minnesota Farmfest takes place this year at a challenging time economically for the state’s farmers and agricultural producers, as diesel fuel and fertilizer costs skyrocketed this spring following the start of the war with Iran.
by Hannah Yang

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Healthcare costs have more than doubled for many farmers this year, on top of soaring expenses

Healthcare costs have more than doubled for many farmers this year, on top of soaring expenses

When Congress allowed Affordable Care Act tax credits to lapse, healthcare premiums spiked for millions of Americans — especially self-employed farmers and ranchers. That added cost is multiplying the stress on their already stretched balance sheets.

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Farmers are struggling to turn a profit. How does it compare to the farm crisis in the '80s?

Farmers are struggling to turn a profit. How does it compare to the farm crisis in the '80s?

Corn and soybean growers have seen several years of low commodity prices and increased costs for supplies like fertilizer and fuel. That has many farmers worried about whether they'll turn a profit this year and drawn some comparisons to a dark time in American agriculture.

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