Brain drain persists in much of America's heartland

New data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows many rural states continue to experience brain drain, or an outmigration of individuals with a bachelor's or advanced degree. When college graduates leave rural America, they take more than just their talents with them.

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Today's News Brain drain persists in much of America's heartland New data from the U.S. Census Bureau shows many rural states continue to experience brain drain, or an outmigration of individuals with a bachelor's or advanced degree. When college graduates leave rural America, they take more than just their talents with them. Read More Farm, rail companies urge reopening of U.S.-Mexico crossings shut over migrants Dozens of major U.S. agricultural groups on Wednesday urged the U.S. to reopen two rail crossings on the Texas-Mexico border in an effort to restore the trade routes shuttered due to increased migrant crossings, saying they are causing steep export losses. Read More Brazil a stronger U.S. competitor in soybean sales Brazil is forecast by the USDA to export twice as much soybeans as the United States during the current trade year and to account for 58% of soybeans sold internationally. Continued improvements would bolster Brazil's standing as the world's largest soybean producer and exporter. Read More Top Picks 3 Big Things Today, December 22, 2023 'Extreme' drought expands to more than third of Iowa Farm workforce is aging rapidly in northern U.S. STAY CONNECTED: Unsubscribe Magazine Subscription We independently evaluate all recommended products and services. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Dotdash Meredith, 225 Liberty St, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10281 ©2023. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy  |  Terms of Service