Contractors and processors would soon after realize they are dealing with a finite natural resource and a cultural treasure and not just a stupid bunch of farmers and, as a result, start paying realistic prices. Farmers have entirely forgotten that they have to look honest and true to get a fair shake from the Legislature. I believe a good national farm policy begins with a hat. Having seen trout fishermen like my Uncle Nate demonstrate the uncommon sensibility as comes with a hat, I know agriculture could do worse than follow a fedora. The requisites of such a hat are pretty straightforward.
Shelter is only half the business.
If a hat doesnt provide a fair dose of shed, it isnt doing its job. To this simple purpose, the duck bill, alias feedmill hat, is damn close to shucked-corn naked. Real hats have character. They look manly, and provide a decent measure of roof. Attach a chin strap and not only does the hat stay put, but the mouth underneath that hat stays shut.