NFU Calls On Congress To Pass Farm Bill This Year

American family farmers and ranchers are enduring the worst economic slide in generations, and they need Congress to pass a Farm Bill in 2018 to strengthen the farm safety net.  That was the message released by the National Farmers Union Wednesday.  NFU President Roger Johnson said family farmers and consumers alike are in urgent need of strong farm and food policies via the 2018 Farm Bill.

“As the agriculture committees ready to propose Farm Bill legislation, Farmers Union wants to be sure all members of Congress understand why the Farm Bill is so vital to family farm agriculture, our land, our rural communities, and our nation’s most vulnerable citizens.”

Johnson says family farmers, consumers, lawmakers and advocates are encouraged to share their thoughts on the Farm Bill on social media, with #FarmBillNow.  To learn more, visit the NFU's Website.

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