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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