How Are Illinois Farmers Dealing With COVID-19?

Reset checks in with Illinois farmer Kate Huffman to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the agricultural sector

By Stephanie Kim
VIRUS OUTBREAK HURTS FARMS
Farms in Illinois are facing challenges due to the pandemic after an already difficult farming season. Patrick Ngugi / AP Photo
VIRUS OUTBREAK HURTS FARMS
Farms in Illinois are facing challenges due to the pandemic after an already difficult farming season. Patrick Ngugi / AP Photo

How Are Illinois Farmers Dealing With COVID-19?

Reset checks in with Illinois farmer Kate Huffman to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the agricultural sector

By Stephanie Kim
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As the COVID-19 pandemic ripples through the Illinois economy, Reset has been checking in with folks to see how their industries are affected.

In this interview, sixth-generation farmer Kate Huffman talks about how the agricultural sector is dealing with the crisis after an already challenging planting season.

GUEST: Kate Huffman, sixth-generation Illinois farmer