Max Armstrong looks at a major challenge facing agriculture – good, fast internet access. Max shares that farmers need faster internet access for many aspects of business. He looks at North Carolina where agriculture is an important business for the state's diverse producers. Max shares that traditional business cases to expand broadband are more challenging for agriculture, but given the rising importance of farm data in managing operations, better service is key to future success.

Farm Progress America is a daily look at key issues in agriculture. It is produced and presented by Max Armstrong, veteran farm broadcaster and host of This Week in Agribusiness.

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