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Farmer says "we're already underwater" due to high diesel, fertilizer costs

Farmer says "we're already underwater" due to high diesel, fertilizer costs

Summary

A fifth-generation farmer and leader of the Kansas Farm Bureau, Glenn Brunkow, says that high prices for diesel fuel and fertilizer are causing serious financial problems for farmers. These increased costs are making it hard for farmers to make profits and are affecting the farming community.

Key Facts

  • Glenn Brunkow is a fifth-generation farmer and president of the Kansas Farm Bureau.
  • Farmers face high costs for diesel fuel, which powers their machinery.
  • Fertilizer prices are also very high, raising overall farm expenses.
  • These rising costs are making it difficult for farmers to earn money from their crops.
  • The financial strain is impacting the wider farming community in Kansas.
  • High input costs can lead to economic challenges for food production and supply.
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