Age of South Dakota farmers rise – along with land and input costs
Nearly two-thirds of South Dakota farmers are at least 55 years old
Source: mitchellrepublic.com
Stay updated with breaking news from Technical Education Report. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.
Nearly two-thirds of South Dakota farmers are at least 55 years old
DIMOCK, S.D. – Ron Neugebauer has been farming in South Dakota for more than 60 years. He began in the early 1960s when he was in high school. By the time he was 30 years old, he and his brother had taken over the family farm after their father died. “The first big feeling was driving […]
Nearly two-thirds of South Dakota farmers are at least 55 years old. In 2017, nearly 4,100 principal producers were over the age of 75.