NCGA Rallies for Immediate Congressional Action on Farm Bill
As fall approaches, the pace in Washington should be picking up, especially with crucial legislative agendas like the farm bill at stake.
However, the political whirlwind of the upcoming presidential and congressional elections has brought more stagnation than progression on this front.
The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA), alongside other agricultural organizations, is stepping up its efforts to secure the passage of the farm bill before the year's end.
This legislative piece is vital not just for policy but for the very economic survival of America's farming communities currently facing significant economic pressures.
In a strategic move, NCGA is coordinating a joint fly-in this month, aiming to bring farmers from various regions and specialties directly to the doors of Congress. The intent is to make the farmers' voices heard loud and clear: the need for a robust farm bill is urgent.
The timing is critical as this is possibly the last opportunity before the elections to influence the legislative process.
To amplify their message, NCGA is also launching an extensive advertising campaign targeting Congress and the administration. The ads, which depict the indispensable value of corn growers to the national economy, are set to appear online, at key locations like Reagan National Airport, and during national news broadcasts across major networks.
Moreover, NCGA is mobilizing its network of farmers and advocates to participate in grassroots efforts. Those unable to travel to Washington are encouraged to contact their representatives and demand action on the farm bill.
This layered approach of in-person lobbying, advertising, and grassroots mobilization builds on two years of groundwork laid by these organizations.
As the countdown to the election day accelerates, the agricultural community is clear in its message: pass the farm bill now. The push is not just for the sake of policy but as a critical measure to safeguard the future of farming in America.
The NCGA emphasizes the urgency of this moment and the need for everyone in the agricultural community to participate actively in advocacy efforts. If you haven't yet, join the action alert system by texting COB to 52886 and make your voice heard when the call comes.