(The Center Square) – Student loan forgiveness may be on the way for young farmers and ranchers across the country.
U.S. Rep. Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson, chairman of the federal House Agriculture Committee, has introduced legislation to address financial concerns that are holding younger generations back from entering the industry.
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