Rural America

Challenges in Rural America

Dan Agri-Business, Commodities, Economy

Rural America
The farmer repairs the harrows if they are damaged by hitting stones. A master welder welds metal parts of agricultural equipment.
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Times have been tough for many farmers across the country, and that is having an effect on the business owners they normally deal with. During a trip across rural America last week, Mark Oppold had a chance to learn more about some of those many challenges.