 A new report says bumper crops and slightly better prices for some commodities weren't enough to save most Minnesota farmers from a fifth straight year of thin profits in 2017. The annual analysis from the University of Minnesota Extension and Minnesota State Colleges and Universities finds nearly one-third of Minnesota farmers saw their net worth decrease in 2017. Dairy producers faced some of the toughest challenges while pork producers enjoyed somewhat better prices. If you enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland PBS.