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September Rains Delay Nebraska Harvest, Raise Fuel Costs

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  • Nebraska farmers face delayed harvest because September rains saturated fields.
  • Tom Mueller says mud may trap tractors, damage soil, and raise diesel consumption.
  • Mark McHargue reports very little harvest in his area.
  • He says insurance and state-federal aid aim to keep farmers from going broke.
  • Both note falling crop prices and high fuel costs discourage growers.