Many farmers in New England turned to specialty farming, such as growing mushrooms, asparagus, herbs, and nursery plants because

Many farmers in New England turned to specialty farming, such as growing mushrooms, asparagus, herbs, and nursery plants because



A) the climate is better for these types of operations.
B) depopulation of rural New England has reduced the customer base.
C) the "eat locally" movement has generated more demand for these products.
D) dairy farming has become less profitable due to lower milk prices per unit and increasing operating costs.
E) the increased use of refrigerated trucks has expanded the market area




Answer: D


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