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Teen pursues farming despite doubts from family and peers
Joe Docekal, a high school senior, plans to become a farmer though his parents fear the难 viability. He cites family history as motivation while recognizing high costs, bank loans, and the shrinking small-farm sector. His teachers and banker note limited opportunities for new farmers despite niche markets.
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Joe
Matt Damon
Rich Docekal
Mr. Docekal
Iowa
Shelly Docekal
Rich
Future Farmers of America
FFA
Docekal
Winters
Phil Winther
Union High
Mr. Winther
Bruce Clark
Union Planters Bank
Dysart
Clark
Mr. Beck
Parkland Farms
Jeremy Grimm
Jeremy
Hawkeye Community College
Rachel Knipfel
University of Iowa
University of Northern Iowa
Combine
Red Lobster
Waterloo
Rachel
East Orange Road