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flag U.S. farmers are skipping expensive new harvest headers, opting for custom harvesters to cut costs amid financial strain.

flag U.S. farmers are increasingly avoiding the high cost of new harvest headers, now priced above $1 million, due to rapid depreciation, low usage, and rising input costs. flag Many are turning to long-term contracts with custom harvesters instead of buying, driven by a sharp drop in combine harvester sales and cautious spending. flag This shift allows access to modern equipment without ownership risks, with some farmers sharing services or partnering regionally. flag While contract harvesting remains a tight-margin business, it offers stability for both farmers and contractors amid uncertain yields and financial pressure.

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