NSP urges Congress to pass CR bill
WASHINGTON (Dec. 18, 2024)—National Sorghum Producers Chair Amy France, a sorghum farmer from Scott City, Kansas, released the following statement supporting the Continuing Resolution (CR) bill.
“The National Sorghum Producers commends the significant bipartisan agreement reached yesterday. NSP strongly supports this critical legislation and extends gratitude to the members of Congress, particularly House Agriculture Committee Chairman G.T. Thompson and Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John Boozman, for their leadership and efforts to secure this much-needed assistance for our farmers.
“The inclusion of nearly $21 billion for crop loss assistance and $10 billion in economic relief provides substantial aid to the producers who need it most. This anticipated support offers vital relief to sorghum producers who have incurred $1.5 billion in losses this year. Additionally, it includes meaningful benefits for sorghum growers through the authorization of year-round E15 ethanol sales provision.
“We urge all Representatives and Senators to express their support and vote for this legislation to ensure the swift passage and streamlined delivery of assistance to sorghum growers.”
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National Sorghum Producers represents U.S. sorghum producers and serves as the voice of the sorghum industry coast to coast through legislative and regulatory representation and education. To learn more about NSP, visit www.sorghumgrowers.com.