WASHINGTON, D.C. (RFD NEWS) — More than 300 ag groups are calling for swift advancement of the Farm Bill as House leadership prepares for a vote on the legislation next week.
Christy Seyfert, President and CEO of the Farm Credit Council, joined us on Friday’s Market Day Report to discuss the coalition letter and the outlook for the bill’s progress.
In her interview with RFD News, Seyfert explained the message behind the letter sent to lawmakers and why ag groups are urging action. She also addressed the need for updated agricultural policies as many farmers continue to navigate challenges in today’s ag economy.
Finally, Seyfert discussed potential provisions in the Farm Bill that could benefit producers in the years ahead, the expected next steps as leadership moves toward a vote, and whether she is hopeful about its advancement.
Here are the top agriculture news headlines from RFD-TV News today (Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025) and the top trending stories on RFD-TV News.
February 27, 2025 06:06 PM
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RFD-TV Ag Law & Tax Expert Roger McEowen outlines the top ten agricultural law and taxation topics from 2024 that will impact farmers and ranchers the most in 2025.
February 27, 2025 02:08 PM
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February 27, 2025 10:02 AM
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“This is one way that cattle producers can make sure they have a serious voice in promoting and defending their own product in the marketplace...”
February 26, 2025 02:52 PM
“There is a lot of financial uncertainty on the farms right now.”
February 26, 2025 10:49 AM
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced her five-point comprehensive strategy to fight High-Path Avian Flu (HPAI) on Wednesday in an op-ed published in the Wall Street Journal.
February 26, 2025 10:05 AM
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