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House Passes CR with Key Farming Supports

Dec 26, 2024
By Farms.com

Aid for Farmers Approved, Urges Senate Action

The American Farm Bureau Federation has expressed gratitude toward the House's recent approval of a Continuing Resolution (CR) that provides essential support to the agricultural sector.

The resolution, strongly backed by key figures on the House Agriculture Committee and President-elect Trump, allocates $20.78 billion in disaster aid covering adversities such as hurricanes, wildfires, and droughts for 2023 and 2024.

Additionally, it provides $10 billion in economic aid to help farmers manage the steep decline in farm income amid rising supply costs and falling commodity prices.

Despite the broad support, the Federation voiced disappointment over the exclusion of authorization for year-round E-15 sales, which they had hoped would benefit both farmers and consumers.

The Farm Bureau now urges the Senate to act swiftly in passing the CR to prevent a costly government shutdown. The timely passage of this resolution is crucial for the stability and future of farming in America.


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What happens when a farm buys its first Fendt? For Peter Watson Jones Ltd, the Fendt 726 Vario Gen7 has exceeded expectations from day one. For Jack, Farm Manager at Peter Watson Jones Ltd in North Shropshire, UK, the Fendt 726 Vario Gen7 wasn't just another tractor purchase. It was the farm's first experience with the Fendt brand.

Operating across a 1,200-acre arable farm alongside a 250,000-head broiler enterprise, the business has evolved significantly over the last decade, moving to a straight arable system with fewer staff and machines. Since arriving on the farm, the Fendt 726 Vario has established itself as the main drilling and cultivations tractor, earning its place through performance, versatility and efficiency. Whether it's handling large-scale cultivations or working with a new 4.5m strip-till drill, the tractor continues to impress.

Jack highlights its excellent manoeuvrability, operator comfort and ability to deliver strong pulling power at low engine speeds. The result? Outstanding fuel efficiency without compromising performance. Reliability has also been a key factor, with dependable backup from the team at TR Machinery helping to keep the tractor working when it matters most.

?? Watch as Jack shares why the Fendt 726 Vario Gen7, the farm's first Fendt, has made such a strong impression and become an integral part of their operation.