Thoughts from Kansas farmers as the US careens toward moral and fiscal bankruptcy

By: Ben Palen

Outlets: Kansas Reflector

Published: September 29, 2026

Words: 560

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 2 days ago

Body Text Preview

In recent weeks, I have had a number of conversations with other farmers.

They cover the spectrum from Millennials to Gen Zers to folks of my generation, with many of that last group remembering the heartache of the 1980s. During that time, lots of folks lost their farms, and the effects were felt throughout rural America as bankruptcies were frequent occurrences.

The essence of a bankruptcy for an individual or an entity is either to …

Create a free account to access this story and more

Join Plucky Wire to access full stories, collaborate with newsrooms, and discover content from networks around the world.

About

FAQ

Email Us