FPF Analysis: New USDA Net Farm Income Figures Not Exactly What They Seem
A new analysis by Farm Policy Facts reveals that the USDA’s projected Net Farm Income (NFI) increase is not exactly what it seems.
35 Years Later, President Reagan’s Message to Farm Country Still Rings True
President Ronald Reagan’s message to America’s struggling farmers in 1982 is a message worth remembering on its 35th anniversary.
Digging Out After Harvey
October 13, 2017 Hurricane Harvey’s toll on the southeastern Texas cotton crop is still being tallied. An expert with Texas A&M says up to 400,000 bales of cotton were still on the stalk. That could force farmers to go through the time-consuming process of trying to harvest what’s salvageable, but knowing their crop’s value will be significantly…
Harvey Was a ‘Gut Punch’ to Texas Farmers
Hurricane Harvey is a devastating reminder of the huge risks farmers take in growing the food and fiber needed to feed and clothe the world.
Our View: Will Anything Ever Satisfy Farm Critics? No
“No” appears to be the only message the EWG, Heritage, PIRG, Club for Growth, and other perennial farm policy opponents are capable of delivering.
New Study Exposes Heritage Foundation’s Misleading Narrative About Farm Policy
A new study by former USDA official Brandon Willis debunks The Heritage Foundation’s misleading narrative that there is no place for farm policy in America.
Ag Community Has Waited Too Long for a Workable Guestworker Program
Farm Policy Facts is pleased to publish a guest editorial from Rep. Bob Goodlatte highlighting his efforts to improve the agricultural guestworker program in the U.S.
Farm Bill’s Research Investment Helps Farmers Succeed
Wheat is complex and studying the plant is slower than the work required for others. But, U.S wheat must remain high quality and that takes research.
Farm Bill Helps Small Businesses Reach Global Markets
Understanding what foreign buyers and end users want is where the government programs are helpful. But the programs have taken deep cuts over the years.
Crop Insurance Makes Wheat Farming Possible
For Musick, crop insurance is one of the most important parts of the Farm Bill and it’s one that he advocates for every time he gets a chance.
Our View: Heritage Foundation On an Island When it Comes to Opposing Farm Policy
A former 2016 presidential contender and one of the most conservative members of Congress wanted to make clear his support for American agriculture.
Conservation is an Important Part of the Farm Bill
Conservation is an important part of the business calculation on any farm, and the upcoming Farm Bill is an opportunity to make improvements to help farmers.