Could new growers help meet increased tobacco demand?

(Southeast Farm Press) As contracting for the coming tobacco crop got under way, it was clear buyers were looking for more U.S. leaf and were willing to pay a higher price for it.
Existing growers, however, may have a hard time expanding enough to meet the increased demand. So there may be an opportunity for first-time tobacco growers to begin producing the crop this season.
Any who do face quite a challenge. Continued