RURAL AMERICA LIVE with AARP

Monday, August 7, 2023

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AARP state directors return to take your calls and answer your questions during this live one-hour call-in show, sharing helpful insights and tips to help you and your family.

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Trade

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U.S. Farm Bill

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Farm programs remain small but politically easier to expand.

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U.S. Farm Bill

Pork Producers Press for Prop 12 Fix in Farm Bill at D.C. Fly-In

Pat Hord with the National Pork Producers Council joined us to recap producer meetings in Washington and discuss key policy priorities including Prop 12 and agricultural labor.

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Marion Kirkpatrick