As New Farm Bill Gets Drafted, Some Hope for Changes to Support Sustainable Farming

By Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

Congress is due to pass a new farm bill this year. This major piece of legislation sets the rules for all things food and agriculture for the next five years.

While it’s still yet to be written, some say the bill needs to bring changes to conservation programs and crop insurance to help farmers become more resilient to climate change.

Wildfire preparedness for horses is critical during fire season. In this video, OSU Extension equine specialist Kris Hiney explains what horse owners need to know when wildfires threaten their area and how to protect their horses before, during, and after a fire event.