Even with a good harvest this year, American farmers are suffering

After a growing season last year filled with heavy rains and bitter trade wars, American farmers were hoping 2020 would give them an opportunity to catch up. Instead, the situation worsened for many, with prices remaining depressed.

Despite a windstorm that ravaged Midwestern farms last week and drought conditions in remote areas, a bumper corn and soybean crop is still expected this year.

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