TFB statement on Congress failing to help American farmers

The following statement may be attributed to Texas Farm Bureau President Russell Boening.

“Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) is extremely disappointed to hear U.S. Congressional leadership is considering a government funding deal that lacks critical economic assistance for farmers suffering severe consequences due to the failure to pass a farm bill with added investment in the safety net. 

“This is unacceptable and is a slap in the face of the hardworking farm families who work to feed and clothe consumers across the world. 

“Failing to provide adequate economic assistance will result in many farm operations shuttering across the country, putting our national food security in severe jeopardy. These farmers are at the end of their rope due to many issues outside of their control. This is an issue that must not be ignored. Failure to fulfill our obligation to these hardworking farm families will result in extremely dire consequences. 

“Any CR that lacks substantial economic assistance would be adamantly opposed by Farm Bureau, and we would urge congressional leaders to oppose it as well. We ask Republican and Democrat leaders to urgently go back to the negotiating table to hammer out a real deal that includes economic assistance and fulfills Congress’ duty to farmers and consumers.”