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Minnesota farmer on ag uncertainties: “Don’t live in fear”

Farmers are dealing with a lot of uncertainty.

Southern Minnesota farmer Rochelle Krusemark says as questions swirl on ag policy, trade, and the weather, her approach is to not live in fear.

“If I’ve learned anything in the 45 years I’ve farmed is that it’s a rollercoaster for markets, and don’t live in fear. Just have faith.”

The Trimont-area corn and soybean grower tells Brownfield Congress needs to pass a new farm bill.

“That will update some of the issues that need to be updated, not only on the agriculture side but on the food and nutrition side. So yeah, just remain resilient.”

Krusemark says farmers should look for signs of stress in others and themselves and make mental health more of a priority.