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Farming in the Shadow of Sprawl: Part 3

By Simone Orendain, Chris Lehman

DeKalb, IL – People are drawn to the fresh air and open spaces of country living. But they're often surprised by the smells and slow-moving traffic that come with the territory. Also, urban lawmakers often find themselves making decisions about agriculture without understanding farming issues.