By Jamie Martin
As the U.S. election season intensifies, the agricultural sector faces a pivotal moment. The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA), alongside other agricultural groups, is spearheading a campaign to pass the critical farm bill before the November elections. With American farmers experiencing economic hardships, the bill's passage is essential for their survival.
This September, the NCGA is orchestrating a strategic visit to Capitol Hill, engaging farmers from various specialties to advocate directly to lawmakers. Their message is clear - The farm bill is crucial and requires urgent passage.
To augment their efforts, the NCGA has launched a comprehensive advertising campaign targeting Congress and the administration. These advertisements, portraying the indispensable role of corn growers in the national economy, are being displayed online, at strategic locations like Reagan National Airport, and during national news broadcasts.
The NCGA is mobilizing a robust grassroots movement. Farmers unable to make the trip to Washington are urged to contact their representatives and demand action on the farm bill. This campaign builds on two years of groundwork by these organizations, combining in-person lobbying, advertising, and grassroots initiatives to effect legislative change.
With the election deadline approaching, the agricultural community’s message resonates more than ever - pass the farm bill now to secure the future of American farming.
The urgency is palpable, with the NCGA encouraging all stakeholders in agriculture to amplify their voices through advocacy. Join the action alert system today and play a role in shaping the future of agriculture.
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