Why do farmers need broadband? « Blandin on Broadband

I was struck by comments to a recent Star Tribune article about getting broadband to rural areas. Many of those commenting couldn’t see why access to broadband in a rural area would matter to them – or probably more to the point why they should invest in broadband to rural areas – especially why their tax dollars should be used.

The 10th Nebraska Agriculture Technologies Association Conference held at the end of January seemed to offer some answers. I’ll start with my favorite...