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Sheep producers say a Farm Bill is imperative for their industry

January 17, 2025 11:38 AM • 
RFD NEWS STAFF, Currey McCullough

Farmers from all sectors, including the sheep industry, are watching the events from Washington, D.C.

Western Ag Network’s Russell Nemetz is in Scottsdale, Arizona for the American Sheep Industry Convention, where a new Farm Bill is top of mind.

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