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Difficult times in agriculture are making it tough for the next generation of farmers

But lately, increasing volatility and sky-high prices in agriculture are making it tough for the next generation to take over.

NPR reports: But lately, increasing volatility and sky-high prices in agriculture are making it tough for the next generation to take over.

Many farmers across the U.S. are reaching retirement age.

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