What happened to farmers who couldn't pay their debt?

Farmers who couldn't pay their debts often faced severe consequences, including foreclosure on their properties, loss of their land, and bankruptcy. Many were forced to sell off livestock or equipment to settle debts, which further impacted their ability to farm. In some cases, they might have had to seek assistance from government programs or turn to alternative livelihoods to survive. The situation often led to increased poverty and economic instability in rural communities.