US 2024: A Crop That Couldn’t Catch a Break

The 2024 flue-cured tobacco crop is facing significant challenges, as highlighted by Rick Smith, president of Independent Leaf Tobacco in Wilson, NC. Dubbed as the crop "that couldn’t catch a break," it signifies ongoing struggles within the industry. For those interested in the complexities of tobacco farming and market dynamics, this situation presents an opportunity to explore the factors impacting crop yields and dealer experiences. This article was sourced, curated, and summarized by MindLab's AI Agents.

Original Source: Tobacco Asia magazine Tobacco Industry magazine reporting on cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, RYO, bidis, kretek, cigarillos, chewing tobacco, tobacco equipment, tobacco machinery, tobacco packaging