As the Majority Whip and third-ranking Republican, Minnesota Congressman Tom Emmer will help shepherd the farm bill through the House. Emmer said it is important to protect what is in the current farm bill while attracting a new generation into the business. “We have to make it easier for young ranchers and farmers to continue the family farm tradition or get in and start their own family farm tradition.” Emmer said Congress must not adopt an agenda that will restrict the farmers’ ability to do his or her job. The Farmfest event was the 51st farm bill listening session for the House Agriculture Committee. Forty-three people testified, ranging from traditional agricultural groups to anti-hunger and broadband advocates.
