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Could the parts pipeline get plugged this spring?
Many farmers say the COVID-19 pandemic has not significantly impacted day-to-day operations. But a farmer in southwest Minnesota has a concern once activity picks up.
Lake Benton corn and soybean grower Bob Worth says his seed, chemical, and fertilizer are secured for the 2020 planting season.
“But the thing that does bother me is parts.”
In conversations with area implement dealers, he says they’re worried about getting parts from the factories.
“Some factories have somewhat shut down, not working in full. So are we going to get the parts that we need when we need them?”
Worth tells Brownfield he hopes there isn’t a major breakdown and is doing everything he can to not get sick.
“We’re a two-man operation, so that could hurt us. So we’re staying away from everybody. I go from my house to the shop, and that’s where we go. And one of us will go after parts if we need it.”
At the dealership, he says he stays 10 feet back from the main counter and keeps the trip as short as possible.
