U.S. PIRG Joins Rep. Blumenauer In Calling For Farm Bill Reform
November 16, 2017
November 16, 2017
WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- The U.S. Public Interest Research Group issued the following news release:
Rep. Blumenauer (OR) unveiled a new blueprint for the federal Farm Bill today. His bill, the Food & Farm Act, cuts wasteful agriculture subsidies that steer farmers toward harmful and unhealthy farming practices. Additionally, it deepens U.S. investments in proven conservation programs that help farmers switch to sustainable farming practices. The legislation was unveiled at a press . . .
Rep. Blumenauer (OR) unveiled a new blueprint for the federal Farm Bill today. His bill, the Food & Farm Act, cuts wasteful agriculture subsidies that steer farmers toward harmful and unhealthy farming practices. Additionally, it deepens U.S. investments in proven conservation programs that help farmers switch to sustainable farming practices. The legislation was unveiled at a press . . .