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The Florida farming dream warns of costly crossings ahead
A cautionary piece on Florida farming outlines high initial costs and capital needs, noting many out-of-state buyers failed to profit. It explains land value relies on extensive fertilizer and drainage, with perishable crops needing quick sale to northern markets, and stresses specialization over broad diversification.
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