Why is Kansas City such a bad choice? I understand that you think it’s awful, I just don’t know why. From my very naive perspective, KC seems lower cost, and closer to farms than DC.
Virginia and Maryland have plenty of farms.
A quick look on Google Maps shows one within ~10 miles.
But, ultimately, the USDA isn't there to farm.
Exactly why it shouldn't be there.
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