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Challenges Facing American Family Farms

American family farms are facing significant challenges due to rising costs, debt, and economic pressures. The number of farms in the U.S. has decreased by 10 percent from 2012 to 2022, while the average size of farms has increased. Farmers like Cole Carpenter and Tim Peterson share their experiences navigating the complexities of modern agriculture and the impact of larger operations on their livelihoods.

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Judy Woodruff Sarah Mock Cole Carpenter Tim Peterson Lydia Peterson

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American family farms are facing significant challenges due to rising costs, debt, and economic pressures. The number of farms in the U.S. has decreased by 10 percent from 2012 to 2022, while the average size of farms has increased. Farmers like Cole Carpenter and Tim Peterson share their experiences navigating the complexities of modern agriculture and the impact of larger operations on their livelihoods.

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What's making it harder for American family farms to survive

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Challenges Facing American Family Farms