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PRESS RELEASE: NAWG Comments on Senate Agriculture Committee’s 2018 Farm Bill

Washington, D.C. (June 8, 2018) – Today, the Senate Committee on Agriculture introduced its version of the 2018 Farm Bill. In response, NAWG President Jimmie Musick made the following statement: 

“NAWG commends the Senate Agriculture Committee for working together to introduce a bi-partisan bill that supports farmers and agriculture. While NAWG is still reviewing the language of the bill, we see several provisions that are very positive for wheat farmers.   

“NAWG is pleased that this process is moving forward with support from both sides of the aisle, and we urge both Chambers to complete action on a full Farm Bill reauthorization before the current one expires on September 30th.”

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.