Public support for producer payments is strongest for natural disasters, according to a recent study

“We find lots of public support when there is a natural disaster, but maybe a little bit less when people think prices are too low.”

The recently passed Continuing Resolution funding for disaster relief and economic assistance for farmers. Raising questions about future farm policy, particularly regarding public support for financial assistance to producers.

Brenna Ellison with Purdue University spoke with RFD-TV’s own Suzanne Alexander on her recent study, the impact of tariffs, and what producers need to keep in mind.

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“We just want to make sure a Farm Bill doesn’t fall off the radar screen.”