Kentucky Farmers Adapt to Climate Change-Driven Extreme Weather

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Specialty crop farmers in Kentucky and Iowa are adapting to climate change-driven weather extremes like heat waves, flooding, and drought by adjusting harvest schedules and seeking shade.
However, they face challenges with crop insurance compared to commodity farmers.

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Specialty crop farmers in Kentucky and Iowa are adapting to climate change-driven weather extremes like heat waves, flooding, and drought by adjusting harvest schedules and seeking shade. However, they face challenges with crop insurance compared to commodity farmers.

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