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ESG exclusive ‘club’ puts pressure on agriculture

Kristen Sindelar
Feb 10, 2023
Feb 10, 2023

Agriculture could become one of the most powerful ESG investments in the world but could also become one of the most controlled industries by ESG regulations.
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Most farmers don’t like to be told what to do or how to do it.

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Reporter Kristen Sindelar has loved agriculture her entire life, coming from a diversified farm with three generations working side-by-side in northeastern Nebraska. Reach her at Kristen.Sindelar@midwestmessenger.com.