Farmers out early this morning for harvest, trying to beat the rain

By Tom Rivers, Editor Posted 7 October 2025 at 7:40 am

Photo courtesy of Jim Panek

ALBION – This combine from Panek Farms is out at sunrise to harvest soybeans on Route 98 between Route 31A and Barre Center.

The farm is trying to beat the rain this morning.

It’s been a tough year for the farmers due to the drought conditions in Orleans County. Jim Panek said the farm’s soybean yields are down to about 60 percent of normal.