President Trump’s 2017 tax cuts had broad implications for rural America. Many in agriculture are now urging lawmakers to extend the expiring provisions.
Farm CPA Paul Neiffer spoke with RFD-TV’s own Jennifer Vickery Smith on how Congress can pay for extending the tax cuts and the possible timeline.
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Focus on home radon testing—not changing your diet—because background sources vastly outweigh any exposure from naturally radioactive foods.
“A government shutdown impacts all Americans and has serious consequences, including for farmers. It just adds additional uncertainty, disrupts critical services.”
On Champions of Rural America, Rep. Dusty Johnson underscores the Western Caucus’ ongoing commitment to advocating for farmers and rural communities.
Consumer demand for regional food systems is strong, but the challenge lies in scaling production and infrastructure to meet that growing need.