Data Harvest Farmers squeezed as DOJ, USDA examine rising expenses Federal prosecutors are moving to scrutinize high input costs as farmers face slimmer margins. USDA forecast data shows expenses climbing to $467.4 billion while crop receipts weaken for staples such as corn and soybeans. By Lauren Cross, Investigate Midwest / 1 Oct 2025
Data Harvest Farm profits forecast to rise, but federal aid remains a big safety net USDA projects higher farm income this year, but gains are largely driven by aid programs rather than stronger markets for crops or livestock. By Lauren Cross, Investigate Midwest / 24 Sep 2025
Data Harvest John Deere has cut more than 4,500 jobs since 2015 Waning demand for farm equipment has driven John Deere layoffs since record sales declined in 2023. By Jennifer Bamberg, Investigate Midwest / 14 Jan 2025
