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Wisconsin Farms Face Rising Bankruptcy | Green Bay News
Seven Wisconsin farms have filed for bankruptcy this year, signaling a troubling uptick in agricultural distress after pandemic-era calm. Rising costs from global conflicts—especially for fertilizer and diesel—are crushing family-run operations, including one with a century-long legacy. Despite modern efficiencies and next-gen farmers trained in dairy science, refinancing remains elusive. Experts warn Chapter 12’s debt cap may be forcing larger farms into tougher bankruptcy paths like Chapter 7 or 11. Central and southern Wisconsin bear the brunt, with counties like Vernon and Dodge leading…
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