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5 takeaways from rival Democrat, GOP farm bill plans

House Republicans and Democrats have issued two conflicting visions for the farm bill, the massive $1.5 trillion package that underpins the U.S. food system. The conflicting proposals illustrate the fault lines between the two parties’ visions for American agriculture, which is beset by rising supply costs and climate change. But despite these divisions, there are… Read More »

Farmers and ranchers are worried about the coming season due to drought and high pasture insurance payments

Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada data show some parts of Alberta are facing severe drought conditions. (Jeff McIntosh/The Canadian Press – image credit) In the Northwest Peace River region, on Jolene Noble’s family cattle ranch near Manning, Alta., there is barely any snow on the ground; It’s something he says he’s never seen before. Ranchland No.… Read More »