Congressman Calls for Separate Ag and Nutrition Bills

By Andi Anderson

Georgia Congressman Austin Scott is pushing for a significant change in how the Farm Bill is structured. He suggests splitting the bill into separate agriculture and nutrition bills to ensure fairer funding allocation. Scott emphasizes the need for a more equitable distribution of resources, especially considering the dwindling percentage of funding going towards production agriculture.

Scott highlights the changing demographic landscape of the nation, with fewer representatives from farm country in Congress. He believes that separating the bills would better represent the needs of agricultural producers, who face increasing operational costs and risks.

While opponents argue that passing separate bills would be more challenging, Scott remains optimistic about progress on a new Farm Bill. He stresses the importance of adequately supporting American farmers to navigate commodity market fluctuations and maintain sustainable operations.

In the coming weeks, Scott anticipates the release of a new Farm Bill that addresses the concerns of agricultural producers and ensures their long-term viability in an evolving landscape.