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Here We Go Again: Another Major Chain Closing Hundreds of Stores
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Illinois farmers facing legislative concerns
Members of the Illinois ag community have some legislative concerns about the state’s top industry. Farm Bureau president and Ogle County farmer Brian Duncan tells Brownfield they’re watching several proposals closely… “Illinois adopting California emission standards; allowing municipalities to reach out and place restrictions on crop protection products is one we’re going to be talking…… Continue Reading
Ag trade official touts Biden administration’s trade approach
The chief ag negotiator in the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative focused on the Biden administration’s approach to trade at the National Farmers Union Convention. Doug McKalip says “the strength from the top really puts us in a stronger position as we engage with trading partners and work to get the best deal possible…… Continue Reading
Farmers Union features farm bill tweaks in special orders of business
The National Farmers Union has approved six special orders of business, prioritizing fairness for farmers, dairy policy reform, cooperative business models and the farm bill. NFU President Rob Larew says the organization supports an increase in reference prices and tweaks to crop insurance in the next farm bill. “While making sure crop insurance remains strong,…… Continue Reading
Another farm bill extension might be a possibility
Some members of Congress have different expectations for when a new farm bill can be passed. Ohio Republican Senator JD Vance tells Brownfield another one-year extension of a farm bill is not out of the question. “I think there’s a small chance, yeah, that we would extend it into 2025, do another year-long extension and…… Continue Reading
Farm Bureau members seek answers to farm bill questions
The president of Missouri Farm Bureau says there are several unanswered questions about the next farm bill. “When are we going to get a farm bill?” Garrett Hawkins says that’s the big question Farm Bureau members want an answer on as they meet with lawmakers in Washington D.C. this week. “Congress gave us breathing room,…… Continue Reading
Thompson: Prop 12 fix expected in new farm bill
The chairman of the House Agriculture Committee says he’s excited to include language in the new farm bill that addresses interstate commerce. Glenn “GT” Thompson tells Brownfield the Proposition 12 law that went into effect earlier this year has driven up the cost of meat for consumers, flooded the hog market and “we need a…… Continue Reading
Farm Bureau says Senate needs to understand the importance of tax reform
Farm Bureau members want the U.S. Senate to pass the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act, which was overwhelmingly approved by the U.S. House in February. Ohio Farm Bureau Federation President Bill Patterson tells Brownfield the tax relief package currently sitting in the Senate would directly benefit farmers. “It’s going to allow you…… Continue Reading
IL ag budget wins highlighted at Ag Legislative Day
Recent wins for agriculture in the Illinois state budget were highlighted at the state capitol Wednesday. Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton outlines a program that increases access to local food… “We’re continuing with the Illinois Grocery Store Initiative.” She says, “We put $20 million into last year’s budget – FY24 and there’s more funding continuing in…… Continue Reading
