Why Midwest crop farmers are having a logistics problem
The Indicator from Planet Money
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Drought's Ripple Effect on Midwest Crop Logistics
This chapter explores how drought conditions are affecting Midwest crop farmers, particularly regarding the logistical hurdles of transporting their harvest. With declining river levels impacting barge capacity and incurring higher transportation costs, farmers are seeking new solutions and advocating for improved infrastructure to mitigate future challenges.
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