A financial strain is plaguing farmers nationwide. Bankruptcy filings are rising, with the Midwest and Southeast leading the way. More than 177,000 farms in the U.S. have closed since 2017. Higher costs, lower profits and little control over the prices they’re paid. "We don't get to demand a price for our crop. It is what it is, and we've got to do the best we can within those margins to make a profit to stay alive," said Charles Riddle, farmer.