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Farmers rely on strong lender relationships to navigate risk, Auburn study finds

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Researchers at Auburn University are studying how lender relationships directly impact farm business decisions. Rural sociologist Kelli Russell tells Brownfield that middle-aged farmers prioritize working with knowledgeable lenders they trust. “I’m getting what I feel like is an honest, trusted answer from this person, and I know that it may not be the best interest […]

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