Farm Bill movement, new WOTUS rules, Federation policy meeting, and more!

And now, national news.

According to a report given by Brian Glenn, Director of Governmental Affairs for AFBF, the Farm Bill passed out of Senate Act Committee along party lines and will proceed to the pre-conference stage while midterm elections are imminent.

He also mentioned that language to fix Prop 12 is a key priority for AFBF and they will advocate it to be added to the final Farm Bill during conference.

The package includes a controversial amendment to restore Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling, or MCOOL, for beef, which has divided agriculture groups over potential price impacts.

The Farmers Federation's policy is against mandatory labeling.

Applauding the committee's progress, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall praised leadership efforts.

Farmers applaud members of the Senate Agriculture Committee who recognize the critical support that Farm Bill provides for American farmers and ranchers.

Advancing the Farm Bill to the full Senate is an important step toward providing certainty to rural America.

While some farm programs were updated last summer, it's been almost a decade since Congress passed a full Farm Bill.

and farmers can't afford any more delays.

In the past 10 years, more than 200,000 farms have gone out of business.

They faced a pandemic, global unrest, rising expenses, and falling prices for the food that they grow.

A new modernized farm bill will help farmers survive continued and unforeseen challenges and ensure an abundant and safe food supply.

With the Farm Bill headed to the full Senate, its ultimate fate rests on the outcome of the November elections.

And as a quick reminder, don't forget to get out and vote on November 3rd and support Farm Pack endorsed candidates.

Check the link in the show notes for a full list.

A recently proposed Waters of the U.S., or WOTUS, rule could provide certainty for Alabama farmers should the federal government adopt the measures.

The policy would provide clear understanding of federal jurisdiction, which is critical for farmers who may face severe penalties for unknowingly violating the law.

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented on the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' proposed rule released September 4th.

It respects farmers' ability to responsibly use their land while ensuring regulations align with the framework established by the Supreme Court's second ruling.

The proposed WOTUS rule provides a clear understanding of federal jurisdiction, which is critical for farmers who may face severe penalties or even jail time for unknowingly violating the law.

We're hopeful that the new WOTUS will prove durable and bring an end to the regulatory back-and-forth farmers have endured during the past decade.

Duvall said American families deserve clean water and clear rules, as do farmers who grow the food those families rely on.

And now, national news.

According to a report given by Brian Glenn, Director of Governmental Affairs for AFBF, the Farm Bill passed out of Senate Act Committee along party lines and will proceed to the pre-conference stage while midterm elections are imminent.

He also mentioned that language to fix Prop 12 is a key priority for AFBF and they will advocate it to be added to the final Farm Bill during conference.

The package includes a controversial amendment to restore Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling, or MCOOL, for beef, which has divided agriculture groups over potential price impacts.

The Farmers Federation's policy is against mandatory labeling.

Applauding the committee's progress, American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall praised leadership efforts.

Farmers applaud members of the Senate Agriculture Committee who recognize the critical support that Farm Bill provides for American farmers and ranchers.

Advancing the Farm Bill to the full Senate is an important step toward providing certainty to rural America.

While some farm programs were updated last summer, it's been almost a decade since Congress passed a full Farm Bill.

and farmers can't afford any more delays.

In the past 10 years, more than 200,000 farms have gone out of business.

They faced a pandemic, global unrest, rising expenses, and falling prices for the food that they grow.

A new modernized farm bill will help farmers survive continued and unforeseen challenges and ensure an abundant and safe food supply.

With the Farm Bill headed to the full Senate, its ultimate fate rests on the outcome of the November elections.

And as a quick reminder, don't forget to get out and vote on November 3rd and support Farm Pack endorsed candidates.

Check the link in the show notes for a full list.

A recently proposed Waters of the U.S., or WOTUS, rule could provide certainty for Alabama farmers should the federal government adopt the measures.

The policy would provide clear understanding of federal jurisdiction, which is critical for farmers who may face severe penalties for unknowingly violating the law.

American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented on the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' proposed rule released September 4th.

It respects farmers' ability to responsibly use their land while ensuring regulations align with the framework established by the Supreme Court's second ruling.

The proposed WOTUS rule provides a clear understanding of federal jurisdiction, which is critical for farmers who may face severe penalties or even jail time for unknowingly violating the law.

We're hopeful that the new WOTUS will prove durable and bring an end to the regulatory back-and-forth farmers have endured during the past decade.

Duvall said American families deserve clean water and clear rules, as do farmers who grow the food those families rely on.