The lack of access to ag equipment parts is a top concern for farmers entering harvest.

Southeastern Missouri farmer Clint Stephens tells Brownfield parts availability seems to be an even bigger problem than last year.

“When you are needing a part and you go to pick one up or call about one, you don’t know if they are going to have it or how long it’ll be and they can’t usually tell you either.”

He says that puts a strain on their farm, especially during harvest.

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