Texas Farm Bureau says government shutdown disrupts critical services for farmers and ranchers

The following statement may be attributed to Texas Farm Bureau President Russell Boening regarding the federal government’s possible shutdown:

“As Congress works to avoid a government shutdown, Texas Farm Bureau urges swift passage of a measure to keep the federal government funded and functioning.

“A shutdown would create unnecessary hardship for farm and ranch families at a time when they can least afford it.

“From rising input costs to volatile markets, producers are already navigating significant economic uncertainty. We cannot afford disruptions to critical USDA services, including those that support disaster assistance, conservation programs and animal health surveillance, especially as we monitor threats like the screwworm, which could devastate livestock operations.

“Farmers and ranchers need certainty, not more delays. We call on Congress to act responsibly and ensure that essential programs remain accessible to those who feed, clothe and fuel our nation.”