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Wiesemeyer: House Farm Bill Faces Steep Hurdles

Published February 16, 2026

House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn 'GT' Thompson’s farm bill proposal is facing significant political headwinds. According to Washington analyst Jim Wiesemeyer, early reaction suggests the proposal may struggle to gain enough support in the House. "All you have to do…

Klobuchar Highlights Ag Challenges at NASDA Conference

Published February 5, 2026

Senate Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Amy Klobuchar called for stability in trade policy, renewed investment in USDA programs, and swift action on a bipartisan Farm Bill while addressing the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture Winter Policy Conference in…

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Senate Leaders Urge USDA to Restore Prevented Plant Coverage

Published January 22, 2026

U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee leaders are pressing the Department of Agriculture to reinstate additional crop insurance coverage for acres that go unplanted due to adverse weather. Chairman John Boozman, Ranking Member Amy Klobuchar, and senior member John Hoeven led a…

Republicans to Resume Farm Bill Talks in January

Published December 23, 2025

Congressional Republicans plan to restart stalled farm bill negotiations in January after failing to pass a new measure before the end of the year. The delay extends uncertainty for farmers already facing high costs, inflation, and ongoing trade disruptions. House…

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Klobuchar Wraps 87-County Minnesota Tour

Published November 12, 2025

Senator Amy Klobuchar concluded her annual 87-county tour of Minnesota with a visit to the Olson farm near Thief River Falls, where healthcare costs were part of the conversation. “When I hear these stories in rural Minnesota, they’re just gut-wrenching…

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Boozman: House Bill Helps Farmers, Strengthens SNAP

Published May 15, 2025

U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee Chair John Boozman is voicing support for the House-passed reconciliation package. Boozman praised Chairman GT Thompson’s efforts, calling it a key step to prevent tax increases on farmers and ranchers. He also emphasized the importance of…

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A Two-Step Approach for the Farm Bill

Published May 9, 2025

Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John Boozman supports a two-step approach to the next farm bill, starting with risk management tools. “I’d really like to get the risk management tools done in reconciliation, set those aside, and then come back and…

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Craig, Klobuchar Warn of Tariff Fallout for Farmers

Published April 3, 2025

Minnesota Democrats in Congress are pushing back against President Trump’s newly announced tariffs, warning of economic consequences for farmers, businesses, and consumers. Ranking member of the House Ag Committee, Representative Angie Craig, criticized the administration’s approach, arguing it will “raise…

Policy Experts Seek Better Safety Net for Farmers

Published March 13, 2025

At the National Farmers Union Convention, agricultural policy leaders addressed key farm policy challenges, including legislative uncertainty in Washington. "I think right now, the easiest way to describe Capitol Hill is a bit chaotic," said Brad Weddelman, majority chief economist,…

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Urgent Need for Farm Bill Renewal

Published February 6, 2025

American Soybean Association Chairman Josh Gackle testified at the Senate Agriculture Committee hearing about the current state of the ag economy. "The administration announced tariffs, now delayed for 30 days, that if ultimately put into place, will cause an unnecessary…

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Articles tagged under: Senate Ag Committee

Wiesemeyer: House Farm Bill Faces Steep Hurdles

Klobuchar Highlights Ag Challenges at NASDA Conference

Senate Leaders Urge USDA to Restore Prevented Plant Coverage

Republicans to Resume Farm Bill Talks in January

Klobuchar Wraps 87-County Minnesota Tour

Boozman: House Bill Helps Farmers, Strengthens SNAP

A Two-Step Approach for the Farm Bill

Craig, Klobuchar Warn of Tariff Fallout for Farmers

Policy Experts Seek Better Safety Net for Farmers

Urgent Need for Farm Bill Renewal

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