Rural America Faces Mounting Farm Crisis -- Roeslein Renewables Says Global Maritime Shift Could Unlock $200 Billion in New Agricultural Revenues
Rural America is under mounting financial pressure as commodity prices for corn and soybeans have fallen 40-50% from recent highs, while production costs remain elevated. A recent National Corn Growers Association survey shows that nearly half of U.S. farmers believe the nation is on the brink of a farm crisis. For many, 2025 marks the third consecutive year of negative profitability, threatening both food security and the stability of local economies.