Press Release

January 7, 2026

For Immediate Release

NAWG Response to Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030

For Immediate Release Contact:

Elizabeth Rivera | 202-547-7800 | erivera@wheatworld.org

NAWG Response to Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030

Washington, D.C. (January 7, 2026) – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins today released the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030.

“NAWG supports the Trump administration’s efforts to improve health outcomes in our nation while standing with American farmers. We appreciate the continued recognition of whole grains as an essential part of Americans’ diets. However, we are concerned that some portions of the new guidelines around grains and wheat are unintentionally confusing. Wheat, wheat flour, and foods made from wheat have been nutrient-rich, life-sustaining staples for tens of thousands of years and deserve clear, continued support as a central part of our nation’s diet. We look forward to working with Secretaries Rollins and Kennedy to ensure nutritious, affordable grains remain accessible to all Americans,” said Sam Kieffer, CEO of NAWG.

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About NAWG

NAWG is the primary policy representative in Washington D.C. for wheat growers, working to ensure a better future for America’s growers, the industry and the general public. NAWG works with a team of 20 state wheat grower organizations to benefit the wheat industry at the national level. From their offices on Capitol Hill, NAWG’s staff members are in constant contact with state association representatives, NAWG grower leaders, Members of Congress, Congressional staff members, Administration officials and the public.