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Winter Wheat Crisis Hits Plains | Topeka News
Farmers across the Great Plains are reeling from one of the worst harvests in decades, with nearly half of winter wheat crops in 18 states suffering from drought, wildfires, and extreme heat. Yield losses are staggering—some down to half of last year’s—and the financial strain echoes the 1980s farm crisis. In Kansas, less than an inch of rain during critical months has led to widespread crop abandonment. For lifelong farmers, this isn’t just about income—it’s about pride, resilience, and the quiet, vital role they play in feeding the nation. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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