Louisiana farmers are calling for a stronger safety net as Congress works to pass a new Farm Bill this year.
At the American Farm Bureau Convention, House Ag Committee leaders expressed confidence in getting it done, but when?
This Week in Louisiana Agriculture gives us a look at why timely action is critical.
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House Agriculture Committee Chairman “GT” Thompson is pushing a “Farm Bill 2.0.”
Congressional leaders signal momentum toward expanded, targeted farm aid to help producers manage losses and cash-flow stress in 2026.
The proposal signals a renewed push to offset tariff-driven losses, stabilize nutrition programs, and broaden eligibility for farm aid, though its path forward will depend on congressional negotiations.
Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig discusses market conditions, policy priorities, and his outlook for agriculture moving forward.
Congressman Dusty Johnson of South Dakota joined us to discuss key ag policy developments and his outlook for agriculture in 2026.
The American Farm Bureau Federation’s 2026 agenda centers on labor stability, biosecurity, and economic resilience for family farms. Expanded DMC coverage improves risk protection for dairy operations facing tighter margins.
