The Farm Bill
RFD-TV coverage on the Farm Bill, federal farm safety net programs, and other key issues related to agriculture policy in the United States.
Passing the Farm Bill this year could give producers and rural businesses more certainty across programs still under temporary extensions.
Sen. Roger Marshall of Kansas discusses the Harvest Fuel Relief program, producers’ financial pressures, and next steps for farm legislation.
Both versions would set a minimum for program funds used to buy American commodities.
The National Corn Growers Association is urging action on E15 and the Farm Bill as larger corn supplies weigh on prices and harvest trails the five-year average.
Matt Frostic is bringing a farm-level perspective to E15, trade, the Farm Bill, and new corn markets as the new leader of the National Corn Growers Association.
Ohio’s 90-day fuel-tax suspension provides temporary relief as farmers work through harvest, but Brad Bales with the Ohio Farm Bureau says longer-term solutions are needed to address higher production costs.
Kansas farmers are facing harvest delays after heavy rain followed a summer of drought and extreme heat, while lower yields and higher diesel costs add pressure.
Nebraska Farm Bureau President Mark McHargue says heavy rain is delaying harvest, while high fuel and input costs squeeze margins. Cattle producers are watching developments on the Farm Bill and beef import policy.
Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor says permanent year-round E15 could create a larger domestic market for U.S. corn as the Farm Bill moves toward a Senate vote.
The Renewable Fuels Association says emergency waivers do not provide retailers with long-term certainty.