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Graphic: Kansas farmers lead Midwest in smartphone, computer use

Kansas leads the Midwest in farmers’ use of computers and smartphones, according to the latest technology use and ownership report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.  In Kansas, 85% of farmers own or use a laptop or desktop computer, and 92% have a cellphone. Ohio has the lowest computer use or ownership among farmers in […]

Kansas leads the Midwest in farmers’ use of computers and smartphones, according to the latest technology use and ownership report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Eighty-five percent of U.S. farmers reported having internet access last year, and nearly one-third used it to purchase agricultural equipment, fertilizer and other supplies. Explainer A data-driven story that provides background, definition and detail on a specific topic.

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