Hansen considers ‘rough year’ for farmers, start of harvest

Jamie Henneman
Jul 9, 2025
Jul 9, 2025

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GILDFORD, Mont. – It’s a year that most market analysts and farm experts are anticipating will be financially challenging for farmers, and Todd Hansen agrees.

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