Why Midwest crop farmers are having a logistics problem
The Indicator from Planet Money
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Transportation Hurdles for Midwest Farmers
This chapter examines the logistical challenges Midwest corn and soybean farmers encounter in getting their products to market. It delves into issues like rail congestion to Mexico and reduced barge traffic on the Mississippi River, emphasizing the vital role of the Chicago Federal Reserve in addressing these agricultural transportation concerns.
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