Press Release

February 19, 2026

For Immediate Release

NAWG Urges House Ag Committee to Advance Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026

For Immediate Release Contact:

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

NAWG Urges House Ag Committee to Advance Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026

Washington, D.C. (February 19, 2026) – Today, the National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) sent a letter to House Agriculture Committee Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson (PA-15) and Ranking Member Angie Craig (MN-02) calling for swift passage of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. In the letter, NAWG emphasized the urgent need for a comprehensive, long-term farm bill that provides certainty, strengthens risk management tools, and ensures America’s wheat farmers have the stability and policy support necessary to remain competitive in an increasingly volatile global marketplace. Read the full letter here.

“Across wheat-growing states, I hear directly from farmers who are navigating sustained economic challenges driven by volatile commodity prices, stubbornly high input costs, and increasing global competition,” said NAWG CEO Sam Kieffer. “For a crop that depends heavily on export markets and reliable risk management tools, strong policy here at home is essential. Advancing this legislation without delay is critical not just for wheat farmers, but for the rural communities and American families who depend on them.”

NAWG calls on the Committee to advance this critical legislation and stands ready to work alongside members throughout markup and full House consideration. We look forward to continued bipartisan collaboration to strengthen and finalize a comprehensive farm bill that delivers for farmers and rural America.

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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.