Virginia Farmers Await Farm Bill‘s Climate-Friendly Funding Amid Congressional Delays
Disagreements Over Funding Hinder Progress on Crucial Farm Bill
According to Public News Service, the Farm Bill delayed in Congress for months holds potential benefits for Virginia farmers, especially in funding for climate-friendly projects. Programs like EQIP help farmers with money and advice to protect the environment. However, there’s a hold-up in Congress with some lawmakers wanting more money for these programs because they’re so popular among farmers.
Gabrielle Walton, from the Chesapeake Climate Action Network, says these programs help farmers save money and protect the environment. But there’s disagreement about increasing funding for certain parts of the Farm Bill which some say mainly helps big farms. Political arguments and different priorities have slowed down the Farm Bill‘s progress even though it’s important for farmers and the environment. Farm Bill also funds programs like SNAP which helps many Virginians afford food. Geoff Horsfield from the Environmental Working Group, says these programs aren’t just for cities, people in all parts of Virginia who need them. With many Virginians facing food insecurity, passing the Farm Bill soon is crucial for both farmers and families who need support.
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Virginia Farmers Await Climate-Smart Investments even with Delays in Farm Bill Passage – SNAP Support at Stake! (PHOTO: Evergreen Action)
Virginia Farmers and Families Await Critical Support
Furthermore, the Farm Bill isn’t only for farmers it also helps programs like SNAP, which many Virginians use to buy food. Geoff Horsfield says these programs are really important for families all across Virginia not just in cities. Even though some people might not realize it, SNAP got a lot of money in the last Farm Bill showing how necessary it is for helping people who don’t have enough food. With lots of Virginians needing these programs passing the Farm Bill soon is important for both farmers and families who need help.
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