In this age, one indisputable aim of every county, state, and the country is to progress towards becoming more developed. While it is evident that one of the ways through which this goal has been achieved is by becoming more technology inclined and tech-company-friendly, there are so many other vital sectors that ought not to be trivialized. One of these sectors is the agricultural sector.

Getting rid of Indiana farmlands for any reason may seem like a good idea at first, but having clear, fertile farmland will be beneficial in the future. Certain decisions only reveal their effects after a long time, and getting rid of farmlands in a place is one of those decisions.

A reduced amount of farmland available for growing food will result in a shortage of food produced there is a concern with overdevelopment. One fact that cannot be denied is that food is a highly essential resource, even in places that strive to become highly developed. The more available food is, the more affordable food would be, and ultimately more accessible for life to be sustained in such places. This could attract more people, which is necessary for development; after all, what is the purpose of development if there are no people?

The farmlands in Indiana are classified as prime due to the enormous production that is gotten out of those lands annually. Prime farmland produces the highest yields with minimal inputs of energy and economic resources, resulting in minor damage to the environment.

The production is responsible for making the state a part of the top ten both in production and sales volume. According to expert analysis, farming significantly contributes to the state's economic growth and the country at large. Developing the land for tech-friendly companies would hurt the economy of Indiana. 

Although farming is not an occupation that most people, especially young people, desire, such could change if the state focused more attention on how farming is done. It has been proven that farming could be made to blend with environmental standards and subsequently bring about development. Using technology in farming can set a new standard in agriculture that would benefit the state.

Becoming tech-company-friendly does not have to be achieved by ridding farmlands when technological advancements could be achieved through farming. Before getting rid of farmlands in favor of developing the land for tech companies, the overall effect (especially in the long run) on the people and the state must be considered and properly weighed.

If you carefully evaluate the pros and cons, it is clear why Indiana should not get rid of farmlands to become more tech-company-friendly.