Op-ed: New Report Shows the Growing Crisis Facing Missouri Farmers

Elizabeth Burns-Thompson examines Missouri farmers’ challenges in this op-ed for Missouri Soybeans Magazine.

In this op-ed, Elizabeth Burns-Thompson highlights the Missouri farmers crisis, citing findings from the 2026 State of the American Farmer report that reveal rising bankruptcies, declining confidence in farming’s future, and increasing risks tied to inconsistent labeling and restricted access to crop protection tools. She argues that without stable, science-based regulations and legislative action to ensure continued access to essential tools, farmers will face mounting uncertainty that threatens both their livelihoods and the broader food supply. Read the full piece in Missouri Soybeans Magazine to learn more about the challenges confronting Missouri farmers.