Farmer who voted for Trump talks about impact of high costs of Iran war, tariffs: "We're all just in survival mode"

TL;DR

Farmer Matt Bell is experiencing significantly higher costs for diesel fuel, fertilizer, and equipment.
These increased costs are attributed to the war with Iran and President Trump's tariffs.
Bell's diesel fuel costs have nearly doubled, impacting his farm's operational budget.
Tariffs on goods like fertilizer and seed have also driven up expenses for farmers.
Bell, a Trump voter, feels misled by the administration's policies and their impact on agriculture.
He expresses concern about the future of his farm and states that many farmers are "fighting for survival."

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