Midwest cheap crop, decent profit?

Pinewood Acres

Pinewood Acres

Farm Hand
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The coronavirus pandemic is already affecting my business and I'm considering different ways of riding it out. Is there a crop suited for the Midwest that is cheap to grow (water, fertilizer, seed/starts) and usually nets a decent profit? It might not exist, but I figure it doesn't hurt to ask.
 
Almost Eden

Almost Eden

Bean Stalker
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Corn, soybeans, and sunflowers all seem popular in that area. I assume that means they grow easily there, but that's a lot of competition, so I'd skip them. What about mushrooms or ginseng?
 
The Big Cowhuna

The Big Cowhuna

Golden Chicken
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Honestly, I don't think your operation will be in any trouble, Pinewood Acres. From what I remember, you've said that different types of trees are your primary crop. People will always need lumber and they're going to make room in their budget for a Christmas tree if at all possible. You've got a lot to keep yourself afloat. To answer your question though, I'd start selling saplings if you don't already.
 
Pk2uk2us

Pk2uk2us

Farm Hand
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How about fish farming... Many ppl are producing expansive fishes within small space using advanced techniques with no competition around, even with soya bean I think if you have right connections you can still make money from tradational produce. I don't know how it works here in states but it works else where in the world.
 
 
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