Missouri Corn Growers urge for Strong Farm Bill

U.S. Senate and House Agriculture Committees are working on a new farm bill, which will expire in 2023. Missouri farmers have faced a significant drought this year, which is a reminder of how important crop insurance is for farmers. The Missouri Corn Growers Association (MCGA) is working hard to ensure that Missouri's leaders understand the value of the farm bill and to get a strong, protective farm bill signed into law.

MCGA leaders and staff have met with members of Congress, including members of the Agriculture Committees. They have also joined like-minded organizations in submitting priorities and budget requests to Congress. MCGA staff is working diligently to educate key officials and their staff about the impact of the farm bill.

Delegates at Corn Congress voted to support the new NCGA policy for a nationwide mandatory base acre update. This policy is necessary to modernize the commodity program and help producers who do not currently have access to farm programs due to a lack of base acres.

MCGA is not backing down on the farm bill. There is still time to join their efforts. MCGA invites you to come out and show support with MCGA leaders at upcoming events to strengthen the push for a strong, protective farm bill.

August recess is here, and Missouri's congressional delegation is back in their respective districts to hear directly from constituents. Several opportunities to weigh in will occur during the Missouri State Fair.

On Monday, August 14, Gov. Mike Parson, Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe, and Congs. Mark Alford and Blaine Luetkemeyer will join U.S. House Ag Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson at 10 a.m. in the Director's Pavilion for a farm bill listening session.

On Thursday, August 17, elected officials will be in Sedalia for the Governor's Ham Breakfast and Legislative Day.

On Wednesday, August 30, there will be a breakfast with Cong. Jason Smith at MCGA President Clint Stephens' farm in Advance. The event will kick off at 7:30 a.m. All growers and industry partners are invited to attend.
 

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