Nevada Farm Bureau
Volume 64, Number 2 February 2012
Agriculture & Livestock Journal
Update on the UNR Main Station Farm... Ideas have been proposed for plans regarding the Main Station Farm, and we thought it would be a good idea to inform you about some of the proposed changes. Nevada Farm Bureau is also taking action to keep the land in agriculture and keep the farm as a research facility. Proposed Plan #1 - Rezone to Commercial Initially the Reno Planning Commission approved a proposal to rezone the land from agricultural to commercial. After the planning commission finalized their decision, the measure went to the Reno City Council. During the meeting, a large group of people attended speaking in opposition to commercial development, including Nevada Farm Bureau. The city council voted to continue the action for several months. Nevada Farm Bureau policy strongly voices opposition to rezoning the land. Farm Bureau Action Nevada Farm Bureau spoke in opposition of rezoning the land from ag to commercial. Farm Bureau delivered this message to the Reno City Council. Executive Vice President, Doug Busselman said, “Our opposition is based on the change of agricultural use of our Land Grant University’s mission for agricultural research. We will continue to press our point of opposition in whatever future venues that are available, based on the need to maintain agricultural research and education on the Main Station farm.” Proposed Plan #2 - Transform the Farm to Wetlands The most recent proposal for the future of the Main Station Farm is to transform the land into wetlands. River Partners developed the “Restoration Plan.” The plan language suggests a myriad of educational and research possibilities. The restoration plan, does include ag research or positively affect Nevada farmers and ranchers. Nevada Farm Bureau policy also opposes this proposal. Farm Bureau Action Nevada Farm Bureau is working with other groups on a long-term plan for the Main Station Farm. The plan that is being developed is centered on research and education. Nevada Farm Bureau is committed to the farm and having the farm return to its original state, a leading agricultural learning and research facility. Policy Nevada Farm Bureau policy is very clear to what needs to be happening at the Main Station Farm. Farm Bureau recognizes and understands the Main Station Farm is an essential ag research and educational facility. Nevada Farm Bureau policy clearly states the use and purpose of the Main Station Farm. Farm Bureau is guided by policy, created by and for Farm Bureau members. Community Forum: A meeting is scheduled for February 21 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Joe Crowley Student Union for community members to discuss the proposed zoning changes of the Main Station Farm.
Nevada Farm Bureau Policy Regarding the Main Station Farm and CABNR/Land Grant College Responsibilities Agriculture Research, 111 - Nevada Farm Bureau strongly urges the Board of Regents of the Nevada Higher Education System to retain the UNR Main Station Farm to meet the needs of production agriculture research and education. Farm Bureau opposes selling of any part or all of the Farm for development or exchange for uses not consistent with above purposes. Nevada Farm Bureau insist funds acquired from the sale or lease of Agricultural Research assets be used to establish endowments to pay for hiring researchers to carry out research that matters to Nevada agriculture. Education - Higher Education, 143 - We strongly support the National Land Grant College system, established under the Morrill Acts of 1862 and 1890, which reflected a growing demand for agricultural and technical education at colleges across the nation. The Hatch Act, enacted in 1887, provides funding to each state to establish agricultural experiment stations in connection with the state’s land-grant institution. We strongly encourage the University of Nevada System; the University of Nevada, Reno; and, the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources to recommit their efforts to conform with requirements as set forth in the statutes/regulations for National Land Grant Colleges.
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(ISSN 0899-8434) (USPS 377-280) 2165 Green Vista Dr. Suite 205 Sparks, NV 89431 Phone: (775) 674-4000 Fax: (775) 674-4004 Publisher: Nevada Farm Bureau Federation Editor: Zach Allen The Nevada Farm Bureau Agriculture & Livestock Journal is published monthly by the Nevada Farm Bureau Federation. Subscriptions are available to Nevada Farm Bureau members, only, at an annual subscription price of $1, which is included in yearly dues. Periodical postage is paid at Reno, NV and additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Please send address changes to Nevada Farm Bureau Agriculture & Livestock Journal, 2165 Green Vista Drive, Suite 205, Sparks, NV 89431.
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2012 Cattlemen’s Update By: Sonya Johnson President, Churchill County Farm Bureau
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n January 9th, over 40 producers attended the “2012 Cattlemen’s Update” held in Fallon. Dr. Ron Pardini, Interim Dean of the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources (CABNR), opened the program with an overview of what is going on with the College of Agriculture and the creative ways they are trying to meet the needs of students and producers. To fill the gaps, CABNR is collaborating with other colleges within UNR and developing multi-state educational programs such as the Multi-State Rangeland Education Project involving nine states. Pardini requested that we as producers help ag students by considering a student intern for the summer, which gives them practical experience. Nevada Farm Bureau will provide more information regarding this program as the information becomes available. James Robb, Director of Livestock Marketing Information Center (LMIC), spoke on “The Changing International Beef Market and Export Opportunities”. He went into detail on the push/pulls of the market. He touched on grain production and other feeds. An average of a few pounds variation per bushel in production will make a difference. Foreign demand for beef is strong in Asia and is growing. This includes a high percentage of internal meats and hides for which we do not have much of a market. Beef production will need to increase by 50% by 2050 to meet future needs for all animal products. Robb believes the biggest risk to the world economy is Europe. World beef numbers are falling. Although the U.S. consumers are cautious, they are still buying beef although of lower quality and not quite as much. With the volatility of the market, producers need to assess where they are every three to four months to make management decisions. The outlook looks cautiously favorable for increasing the cow herd. For more information on production, visit the LMIC website at www.lmic.info. Lucy Rechel, representing the Beef Checkoff Board, explained why the board would like to increase the deducted amount from $1.00 by either $.50 or $1.00. All of the proposed increase would stay in the state. Out of each dollar collected, half goes to national, and half stays in state. A portion of the Nevada money goes to operational expenses, and since operational cost would stay close to the same, an increase of 50 cents would leverage Nevada promotional money by over four and a half times. The Beef Checkoff Board increased from five to seven members, so there are two spots to be filled. If interested in joining contact Lucy Rechel at 775-790-0801. Rechel announced the appointment of Desiree Seal as the new Executive Director of Nevada Cattlemen’s Association. Ms. Seal, although just out of school, has a practical background along with a degree in Environmental Sciences from University of Montana. She will be a positive addition to the Nevada Cattlemen’s Association.
Meeghan Grey, CABNR, reported on her ongoing research on bull reproduction behavior on calf output. The test involves observing the habits of the bulls and taking James Robb of the Livestock Marketing DNA of the calves Information Center presents during the produced to check 2011 Cattlemen’s Update. the number of Picture Courtesy of Sonya Johnson calves sired by each bull. Even with all bulls being semen tested, there was a tremendous difference in number of calves produced by the individual bulls. It will be interesting to hear what comes of this year’s tests. The amount of water that reaches the ground through Pinion and Juniper forest was the topic of Samuel Lossing’s (UNCE) research. As the trees get bigger, only about half the water gets to the ground. The ground will not support brush or grasses. The loss of forage will impact livestock and wildlife. Furthermore, the loss of the brush can lead to loss of topsoil through erosion. The trees cause drought. This study can predict the interception of water across the landscapes by the trees and hopefully encourage action by government agencies before the threshold of loss of soil. Stacie Emm, Extension Educator, corrected many misconceptions about the Beginning Farmer/Rancher program. It is open to everyone no matter how long you have farmed, as long as you are branching into a new area such as a value-added program. The Secretary of Agriculture has an objective of increasing agriculture production by 70% by 2050. Seventy-eight percent of new farmers has never been involved in ag before. They do not give away free grants – another misconception cleared up. Dr. Thain toped off the program by recommending that we need to be engaged in the Animal ID issue. Some states are requiring ID on cattle over 20 months for cattle from other states. Currently we have the Bang’s tags or the silver ones like them that comply, both are difficult to read. As of now the USDA is not looking at animal ID now. However, the President has given the FDA unprecedented authority, and Home Land Security may be involved. It looks as if we will be seeing this in the next few years. People back east have no idea how well the brands work. This annual update put on by the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources, University of Nevada Cooperative Extension, the Nevada Risk Management Education Team and the Center for Economic Development to keep those of us associated with the beef industry abreast of what is happening to support sound business decision making.
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2012 American Farm Bureau Federation Annual Meeting By: Zach Allen
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he 2012 American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) Annual Meeting, held January 8-11, in Honolulu, Hawaii. An estimated 6,000 people registered for the convention. Nevada sent 20 representatives, which included Farm Bureau leaders and members. Nevada Farm Bureau President Hank Combs and Vice President Paul Mathews served as voting delegates. Bevan Lister, Lincoln County Farm Bureau President, served as an alternate delegate. Cindy Hardy also served as a voting delegate, representing the Women’s Leadership Committee. Awards
Winning Awards of Excellence are an impressive testament to Farm Bureau volunteers throughout the state. This year Nevada Farm Bureau also saw increased member participation during the 2011 Legislature. There was also more active volunteer and member support during ag promotional events. Nevada Farm Bureau Executive Vice President Doug Busselman said, “We are happy to have earned these awards. We have a great core of leaders and volunteers that work well with staff effectively promoting Farm Bureau and Nevada agriculture.” President’s Award - Nevada Farm Bureau won a President’s Award for Policy Implementation. The President’s Award application was based on the work Nevada Farm Bureau achieved during the Public Utilities Commission regarding electric rates for agricultural irrigation.
Nevada Farm Bureau won three Awards of Excellence from the American Farm Bureau Federation. Nevada Farm Bureau won awards for Policy Implementation, Promotion & Education, and Leadership Development. Annually, state Farm Bureaus have the opportunity to submit applications in five program areas. The program areas are Policy Implementation, Promotion & Education, Leadership Development, Member Services, and Public Relations & Information. State Farm Bureaus are placed into groups; the groups are categorized by the number of members. Nevada is in the same membership group as Arizona, Montana, Wyoming, and Colorado. The judging of each award application is carried out by volunteer judges of state Farm Bureaus that are in a different category than their respective state.
During the hearings, commissioners heard from Farm Bureau members who would have been directly affected by increased rates. The result was that peak penalty rates would not be assessed, saving Farm Bureau members tens of thousands of dollars. This was the second President’s Award Nevada Farm Bureau has received. Last year, Nevada Farm Bureau, earned a President’s Award for Ag Education & Promotion. It was also announced during the Annual Meeting that Nevada Farm Bureau won two other awards. They included the Apex Award and a pewter plate for Outstanding Women’s Leadership Programs. The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture awarded the Apex Award. The award was presented to state Farm Bureaus that have increased total investment in the foundation by 10 percent or more than the previous year. In all, 38 states were awarded the Apex Award. The pewter plate presented for Outstanding Women’s Leadership Programs was presented to Cindy Hardy.
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The Women’s Committee activities included Food CheckOut Week projects and working with High School culinary classes where students learned about local food and dietary standards.
The AFBF Board is comprised of 30 state Farm Bureau Presidents, a representative for YF&R and Women’s Leadership, along with President Bob Stallman and Vice President Barry Bushue. Five Presidents sit on the Board representing the Western Region. Policy Nevada Farm Bureau submitted two policy recommendations to AFBF. Both policy changes were passed by the delegate body.
Cindy Hardy (Center) receiving a pewter plate for Outstanding Women’s Leadership Programs from AFBF WLC Chair Terry Gilbert (Left) and AFBF President Bob Stallman (Right). Photo courtesy AFBF
AFBF Board Appointments Nevada Farm Bureau President James “Hank” Combs was elected to the AFBF Board of Directors during the January 11 Western Region Caucus. Combs was nominated by fellow Western States Presidents. Combs was voted to the Board during the Annual Meeting of the Voting Delegates . His first board meeting took place after the conclusion of the annual meeting on January 12, 2012.
The policy recommendations included revisions to Education policy #150, regarding Agriculture in the Classroom. The second recommendation added to policy #301, Animal Care. During resolutions, the amendment was moved to #308, Livestock and Poultry Health. Policy 150, Education, lines 16-32 now states, We support: (1) Agriculture in the Classroom resources and programs for all K-12 classes; (2) The National Agriculture in the Classroom organization; (3) USDA’s role as coordinator of the Agriculture in the Classroom program and the continuation of funding for the Annual National Conference, website maintenance and enhancement. Agriculture in the Classroom Excellence Grants Program (ACE). Excellence in Teaching about Agriculture in the Classroom Award and the ability for programs to apply for Secondary Education, Two-Year Post-secondary Education, Agriculture in the K-12 Classroom Challenge (SPECA) Grants Program and additional programs as funding allows; and (4) An increase in the annual appropriation for the program. AFBF Policy 308, Poultry and Livestock Health, line 182-185, now states, An Expansion of USDA regulations, permitting through national regulations the authority for certified veterinarian technicians to issue health certificates for interstate movement of livestock.
Combs is serving his 7th term as Nevada Farm Bureau President. He will serve a 2-year term on the AFBF Board. President Combs said, “I am truly honored to have been elected by my peers to sit on the American Farm Bureau Board of Directors representing the Western Region. I look forward to working with President Bob Stallman and the other Board members from across the country on important issues for Farm Bureau. It has been some time since Nevada has had a member on the AFBF Board and I will do my best for Nevada and American agriculture.”
President Hank Combs (L) and Vice President Paul Mathews (R) during the General Voting Session where they served as voting delegates. Also serving as a voting delegate was Cindy Hardy representing the Western region Women’s Leadership Committee. Lincoln County Farm Bureau President Bevan Lister served as an alternate delegate.
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AFBF Delegates Approve Flexible, Fiscally Sound Farm Policy
position is that it offers a much simpler approach to farm program design than other farm policy proposals, according to Stallman.
HONOLULU – National farm policy should be rewritten this year to establish a program that protects farmers from catastrophic revenue losses by using a flexible combination of fiscally responsible tools, said voting delegates at the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 93rd Annual Meeting.
The AFBF farm policy also encourages farmers to manage their farms using available risk management tools. According to Stallman, farmers should be allowed and encouraged to make individual management decisions to purchase crop insurance coverage that suits their farms and individual levels of risk.
In approving the organization’s farm policy for 2012, the farmers and ranchers endorsed a multi-pronged policy proposal, including a provision for catastrophic revenue loss protection that works with a flexible range of crop insurance products, as well as amending the current farm bill’s marketing loan provisions to better reflect market values.
Another positive aspect of the Farm Bureau farm policy proposal is that it can be applied to specialty crops.
The adopted policy calls for a farm bill that “provides strong and effective safety net and risk management programs that do not guarantee a profit and minimizes the potential for farm programs affecting production decisions.” “Our delegates approved a program to help farmers manage the many different types and levels of risk they face today, in particular catastrophic revenue losses that can threaten the viability of a farm or ranch,” said AFBF President Bob Stallman. “That is consistent with what we believe is the core mission of the federal farm program.” Stallman was re-elected as AFBF president for a seventh twoyear term. He is a cattle and rice producer from Columbus, Texas. In addition, Barry Bushue was re-elected to a third twoyear term as AFBF vice president. Bushue produces berries and nursery plants in Boring, Ore., and also serves as Oregon Farm Bureau president. The delegates defeated a proposal to retain the current farm bill’s direct payments. In addition, by almost a two-to-one margin, the delegates defeated an amendment that would have allowed a patchwork of support through multiple programs for different commodities and regions. “Delegate action against the patchwork approach recognized that it is impossible to ensure equity between diverse programs for various commodities,” Stallman said. “Without that assurance, one program would inevitably provide more government protection than the next program and we would inadvertently be encouraging producers to take their signals from government programs rather than the marketplace. “Our delegates approved a policy that is flexible enough to work within the funding constraints we, as a nation, are facing, and the fiscal challenges we have a duty to address,” Stallman said. “Our delegates recognize we need to move beyond the policies of the past and to move toward programs to help producers deal with risk.” One of the big advantages of the new AFBF farm policy
“Our new farm policy position also includes the possibility of providing a farm bill risk management program for producers of fruits and vegetables,” Stallman said. “This is just one positive aspect of the proposal that we believe not only will broaden its utility to all farmers but will also appeal to an American public that is more interested in the wholesomeness, safety and variety of our domestic food supply.” In a related discussion on dairy policy, delegates voted to move away from the current dairy price support and Milk Income Loss Contract programs and toward a program that bases risk protection on milk prices minus feed costs. This takes production costs into consideration, as well as recognizes the dairy industry’s regional differences, according to Stallman. On renewable fuels, the delegates reaffirmed support for the federal Renewable Fuels Standard by defeating an amendment to strike that support. “The RFS remains critical to the viability of ethanol as an alternative to imported petroleum fuel,” explained Stallman, “and the delegates felt that continuing to support production and use of domestic renewable fuels was a national security issue.” The delegates opposed the Labor Department’s proposed expansion of the list of jobs deemed too hazardous for minors. “The proposal has raised serious concerns in farm country about our ability to teach our children how to farm and instill a good work ethic,” Stallman said. “There is a great deal of concern about federal regulatory overreach, but few issues have piqued farm families more than this. It goes to the very heart of how agriculture works, with farmers and ranchers, who were taught by their parents how to do farm work safely and responsibly, training the next generation to follow in their own footsteps.” The delegates also supported a moratorium on new regulations on small businesses and agriculture. At the AFBF annual meeting, 369 voting delegates representing every state and agricultural commodity deliberated on policies affecting farmers’ and ranchers’ productivity and profitability. The policies approved at the annual meeting will guide the nation’s largest general farm organization in its legislative and regulatory efforts throughout 2012.
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Climate Change Not Likely to Harm Ag HONOLULU – Record yields for staple crops in the United States and globally in recent years seem to contradict fears that agriculture will be negatively affected by increasing climate temperatures, according to James Taylor, senior fellow for the Heartland Institute and managing editor of Environment and Climate News. Taylor spoke today at an issues conference at the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 93rd Annual Meeting. Beyond debating the issue of whether global climate change is actually taking place and whom is to blame, Taylor addressed the issue of any potential impacts on agriculture and what effect any legislation or regulation could have. “Since 2007 we’ve seen record yields in production per acre in edible beans, cotton, alfalfa, sweet potatoes, canola, corn, hops, rice, wheat and more,” said Taylor. “This is a long-term trend, and it applies globally, too, as global
Beef Supply Appears Tight for 2012 HONOLULU – Consumers should expect little relief in the price of a T-bone steak as cattle producers continue to decrease their herds because of soaring feed prices and a weak economy. Dr. James Mintert, professor of Ag Economics and assistant director of Extension at Purdue University, spoke today at the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 93rd Annual Meeting. High demand for ethanol has forced the price of corn to nearly double in the past few years, driving livestock production costs up and putting cattle producers in the red. They’ve responded by raising fewer cattle, according to Mintert.
grain harvests have nearly tripled since 1961. Climate is not the only factor, but even if we accept global warming as a problem, it’s clearly not inhibiting crop production.” According to data presented by Taylor, computer models have incorrectly accounted for certain climate patterns over recent decades, and data has shown fewer and less severe periods of drought and less severe flooding on a global scale. Taylor conceded that there would certainly be regional exceptions, but on a larger scale, climate patterns could prove to be quite suitable for agriculture. Referencing research done by the International Journal of Climatology, Taylor explained that increases in precipitation would occur more frequently during the hotter and drier seasons of the year – rather than during the spring – thus avoiding the time of year more prone to flooding. While potential increases in temperature were not believed to be detrimental to crops, Taylor suggested that the greater threat to agriculture could come in the form of federal or state regulations regarding livestock production. from 132 million head to 90 million in 2011. “That’s the picture of an industry shrinking because of a lack of profitability,” Mintert said. “This is an industry that has struggled to make money for a long time.” A saving grace for the beef industry is the export market, which has rebounded from the lows in 2004 when a case of bovine spongiform encephalopathy was discovered in a U.S. cow. The United States is now a net beef exporter. “That has really helped hold down the number of pounds we put in front of consumers,” Mintert said.
“Beef producers are recouping production costs by putting less meat on consumers’ plates,” Mintert said. “Fewer pounds of meat mean higher prices throughout the system.”
The pork industry, on the other hand, is much healthier, as production has increased 30 percent during the last 20 years in the United States and Canada. Pork producers face the same challenges as beef concerning feed costs, and like beef producers, are putting fewer pounds of pork on consumer plates. The difference is pork exports. Today, almost one pound of pork in four goes to the export market.
From 1925 to 1975 the beef industry was relatively healthy, Mintert explained, as demand and production grew with the population and income growth. The span from 1975 to 2011 looks a lot different, as the number of cattle dropped
“Export growth has helped pork see steady increases over a long period of time,” Mintert said. “Pork exports were up 15 percent this year over last year. They are up 54 percent compared to 2007.”
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The University of Nevada Cooperative Extension and Utah State University Extension will be holding the workshop on Feb. 14, 15 and March 12 and 13 at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino, 2500 East Second Street in Reno.
The 2012 Ag in the Classroom Conference will be held June 19-22 in Loveland, Colorado.
The workshop is intended for owners, operators and successors of farming and ranching operations planning to transition their operation to successors. Attendees will develop a business succession plan over the four-day workshop. Instructors are faculty of USU Extension, UNCE, the Beginning Farmer Center at Iowa State University, as well as local attorneys and mediators. Workshop topics include retirement planning, communication building, exploring motivations, resolving family conflicts, identifying priorities, goal setting, estate planning and multiple generation strategic business planning. Additional information and registration forms are available at http://apecextension.usu.edu/htm/farmtransitionworkshop Please contact Kynda Curtis at kynda.curtis@usu.edu or 435797-0444 for further information.
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The conference is designed for all interested teachers, administrators, AITC Volunteers, extension educators, and other interested individuals. The conference will have engaging, interactive workshops that will share methods for incorporating real-life agricultural applications into classrooms style language arts, math, nutrition, science and social studies. Resource materials from across the nation will be available along with links to use web sites. For more information visit: www.regonline.com/2012NAITC or email Dennis Hellwinkel at nvaitcdennis@wildblue.net
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by Bob Stallman, American Farm Bureau Federation
Taking a New Approach with the Farm Bill ‘Farm Bill.’ It’s probably the most synonymous term associated with American agriculture. It plays a huge and significant role in farming operations across the nation, and shapes everything from the ebbs and flows of how farmers go about their daily business to their conservation efforts and even disaster relief. Understandably, formulating a new farm bill every five years is no easy task. The farm bill that Congress is working on now will certainly look different than any previous legislation. Times have changed. The U.S. economy, consumers’ attitudes on food production and even farmers’ opinions on how best to run their businesses are all different from the last go-round. So, as we head into creating the new legislation, it’s important that Farm Bureau lead the discussion – and we need to hit the ground running. The Bigger Picture Earlier this year, after much thought and deliberation, the American Farm Bureau developed a plan to establish a catastrophic revenue loss program. This plan is unique in that it will help protect America’s farmers from losses that truly endanger the very core of their farms. At the same time, it recognizes today’s budget realities. It is also unique in that it can be applied to a broader range of commodities, like fruits and vegetables. There have been several recent proposals for program crops with payments that kick in after only a small decrease in farm revenue for some crops and set up higher target prices for others. But, as Farm Bureau sees it, the government should take on the very serious, large-scale risks that happen infrequently instead of smaller risks. Agricultural programs are intended to help farmers deal with big challenges they cannot handle alone, not minimal losses.
We have serious concerns about the other proposals floating around, which dictate different rules, different crops and different payments. Not only would such programs be a nightmare for local Farm Service Agency offices to administer, but farmers would have the ability to cherry-pick which program works best for them. Because of distortions in price, we’d have a system of farmers deciding what to produce based on government payments rather than market signals. A New Way of Thinking In past farm programs, the government simply wrote checks to farmers to help them sustain America’s food supply. But, times are changing. While the majority of Americans think farmers need help, they don’t agree on just writing checks. We want to flip that around. Government should accept systemic risk, which would lower insurance premiums for farmers and allow them to choose their own coverage at a much lower cost. Our proposal is a new approach to farm policy. Not only would the Farm Bureau’s plan get rid of direct and countercyclical payments, it would eliminate the need for ad hoc disaster assistance for crops, which, as we’ve experienced in the past, offers no assurance to farmers when catastrophe happens. The Farm Bureau plan is the best possible solution for a new farm program. It’s scalable depending on what the final budget is and could be utilized for all commodities as long as they are covered by crop insurance. But, most importantly, it offers farmers peace of mind that when the going really gets tough, they will have someone watching their back.
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