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Farmers, Taxpayers, and the Cost of Crops | Fort Wayne News
Congress is poised to pour another $11 billion into farm subsidies—on top of the $44 billion already pledged—forcing the average taxpayer to foot a $360 bill. For farmers, this could mean 12% of their income coming from government checks, as rising fuel and fertilizer costs collide with plummeting prices for staples like eggs. While aid is meant to stabilize rural economies—the backbone of agribusiness and community survival—experts predict future support may dwindle as market conditions improve. The stakes are high: every dollar spent in Washington ripples through farm life and beyond…
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