Innovation in agricultural equipment is common. Changes in farm structures, however, are few and far between. After all, a building doesn’t have moving parts.
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The DuraPlank system developed by Morton Buildings keeps wood off the ground, extending the life of pole barns.
Photo courtesy Morton Buildings
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