One industry that was not prospering during the 1920s was agriculture. Despite the overall economic boom of the decade, many farmers faced falling crop prices and increasing debt due to overproduction and the effects of World War I. The shift towards urbanization and industrialization also reduced the demand for agricultural products, leading to widespread financial struggles in rural areas. This downturn ultimately contributed to the economic challenges that preceded the Great Depression.
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