4 Ag Policy Issues to Watch in 2023
When it comes to Washington D.C., the crystal ball is always cloudy. In separating the signals (a few) from the noise (a lot), Jim Wiesemeyer, Pro Farmer policy analyst, is keeping his eyes on some key topics in the year ahead.
NEW FARM BILL --- One is coming but it might not be in 2023, says Wiesemeyer (This will be the 11th farm bill he’s analyzed out of 19 total.). Analysts expect the Senate to finish a bill by the August recess, but they are not so sure about the House, which will be controlled by Republicans. But talks with incoming House Agriculture Committee Chairman G.T. Thomson, R-Pa., show his passion for getting a bill through. Early in 2023, Thompson will check in with his panel members on their thoughts for a new farm bill.
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NEW FARM BILL --- One is coming but it might not be in 2023, says Wiesemeyer (This will be the 11th farm bill he’s analyzed out of 19 total.). Analysts expect the Senate to finish a bill by the August recess, but they are not so sure about the House, which will be controlled by Republicans. But talks with incoming House Agriculture Committee Chairman G.T. Thomson, R-Pa., show his passion for getting a bill through. Early in 2023, Thompson will check in with his panel members on their thoughts for a new farm bill.
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