 "After more than two years of work, we're pleased to finally see
a farm bill move forward out of the House. This bill addresses
many of the policy objectives Illinois farmers have stressed
during the lengthy debate and provides needed business certainty
for farmers over what could be a very challenging next five
years."The farm bill strengthens the federal crop insurance
program, which is the most important risk management tool
available to farmers. The bill maintains resources for
cost-share, working land conservation programs that allow
farmers (to) improve water quality and adapt to tightening
regulations.
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"This legislation is not only fiscally responsible, but helps
Illinois farmers put a much-needed five-year plan in place to
help manage their risk in an increasingly risky business. We
applaud our representatives' hard work in crafting and
supporting this important legislation and urge our senators to
follow suit."
[Text from file received from
Illinois Farm Bureau] |
