The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) has expressed deep disappointment over Congress’ decision to delay the passage of a new Farm Bill and fail to provide a federal solution for California Proposition 12.
“Pork producers cannot afford to wait until next year for Congress to pass a new five-year Farm Bill,” said Lori Stevermer, NPPC president and pork producer from Easton, Minnesota. “After years of financial losses and the closure of family farms, we needed certainty yesterday to make critical decisions. Congress’ failure to act shows a complete disregard for the challenges we face and ensures a bleak holiday season for farming families across the country.”
Stevermer emphasized that Proposition 12 continues to increase operational costs, create business uncertainty, and raise consumer prices. Despite producers raising their concerns repeatedly, Congress has failed to address these critical issues.
Instead of providing solutions, Congressional leadership announced its intention to pass a “clean” one-year extension of the 2018 Farm Bill, offering no new programs or funding to support producers.
The NPPC remains committed to advocating for a federal resolution to Proposition 12 and other priorities affecting America’s pork producers.
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