Craig Concerned Over Future of Next Generation of Farmers

(MNN)-Minnesota Congresswoman Angie Craig says current economic pressures are making it increasingly difficult for the next generation to enter farming and ranching. The ranking member of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee says she is particularly concerned about young and beginning farmers as production costs continue to climb.  Farmers are facing higher expenses across the board, including fertilizer, diesel, seeds, machinery, utilities, and labor when it can be found.  At the same time, she notes commodity prices have not kept pace with rising costs. Craig says one of the biggest barriers for new farmers is access to affordable credit.