Tariffs are top of mind but farmers are still eager to get a new Farm Bill on the books.
One specialty crop grower recently told lawmakers their crop insurance has not had attention since the 1980s.
“Specialty crops have less support, higher risk, and unfortunately, a weaker risk mitigation system to rely on than our friends with row crops. Right now, our industry relies on an outdated crop insurance program that USDA help set up in the 190s. We need to correct this immediately to help ensure our farm’s survival,” said Ben Eicheverry, a New Mexico chile grower.
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As we start the new year, let’s take a look at some of the legislative items from 2023 affecting agriculture that will continue to play out in the political area for months to come.
Now that Washington lawmakers have passed a 45-day stopgap, they have some breathing room to work through some hot-button topics like the high cost of the upcoming Farm Bill, which is due in large part to the funding necessary to support the Nutrition Title.
