3 First-Generation Farmers Talk Growth, Opportunities and Tenacity

The “Farming the First Generation” series from AgDay and U.S. Farm Report takes a look at those who’ve beat the odds and chosen to make farming a career.

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Just a sliver of the more than 2 million farmers are first-generation farmers. The “Farming the First Generation” series from AgDay and U.S. Farm Report takes a look at those who’ve beat the odds and chosen to make farming a career.

Gavin Spoor, Martinsburg, Mo.

Read more: First-Generation Farmer Gavin Spoor Proves Passion Pays Off


Jim Yenter, Marengo, Iowa

Read more: First-Generation Iowa Farmer Jim Yenter Shows the Tenacity to Succeed


Jesse Daniels, Matthews, Mo.

Read more: Growth in Moderation Helps First-Generation Farmer Jesse Daniels Focus on the Future

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