John’s World: What’s A Fair Rent Price?

Over the last few years, the average break even crop price has dropped. According to Purdue University, some of that can be attributed to softening farmland rental rates.

By U.S. Farm Report

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November 17, 2020 09:37 PM

Over the last few years, the average break even crop price has dropped. According to Purdue University, some of that can be attributed to softening farmland rental rates.

This week on John’s World, U.S. Farm Report commentator John Phipps explores fair rents for farmers.

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