Farmers, ranchers, and ag groups across the U.S. are anxious to get a five-year Farm Bill on the books.
The National Farmers Union says the industry has been waiting for some time now and time is running out.
“We’ve been looking for over the summer and into the fall now. More public activity, be it a markup on the same side or House floor action, to move forward with their version of the bill. None of that has happened, yet, though, however, we have heard from the chairs and ranking members of the House and Senate Agriculture Committees that they intend to move forward with the bill this year,” said NFU’s Mike Stranz.
The Farm Bill is not the only item lawmakers have to tackle when they return to the Hill. Congress still has to pass spending bills before the year is up. Lawmakers, like Senator Chuck Grassley, are hopeful a five-year bill can get on the books this year, but many believe another extension will be likely.
Congressman Mark Messmer discusses the Farm Bill, rural investment priorities, Prop 12, and support for farmers facing economic pressure.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune says senators are trying to align the E15 effort with broader Farm Bill negotiations as producers continue grappling with weak farm income and elevated costs.
Dave Walton with the American Soybean Association joins us to discuss China’s new ag purchase commitments, E15 policy concerns, and spring planting conditions.
NCGA President Jed Bower joins us to discuss the House passage of year-round E15 legislation, potential opposition in the Senate, China trade talks, and spring planting progress.
Lawmakers advance FY27 agriculture funding bill, highlighting support for rural development, school lunches, disease response, and water issues.
National Pork Producers Council President Rob Brenneman joins us to discuss Prop 12 provisions in the House’s Farm Bill as it heads to the Senate for debate.
