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flag U.S. farm bankruptcies rose in Q2 2025 due to plummeting crop prices, high costs, and trade issues, despite government aid.

flag Farm bankruptcies in the U.S. rose to 93 in the second quarter of 2025, driven by sharply lower crop prices—down 50% for corn and 40% for soybeans since 2022—due to high production costs and trade disruptions, especially with China. flag Despite a projected increase in farm income, most comes from government payments, not market gains, and weak credit conditions persist. flag Chapter 12 bankruptcies, allowing farmers to restructure, are rising. flag The administration is considering a new $10 billion to $14 billion bailout, following a $66 billion aid package, as agricultural groups push for expanded demand through trade talks and ethanol use.

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