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Oklahoma Farm Bureau Leaders Support Vote Extending Farm Bill
Wed, 02 Jan 2013 11:10:33 CST
Oklahoma Farm Bureau expressed its support of Congress's vote extending the farm bill.
"Extending the current farm bill is good for agriculture and for consumers," said OFB President Mike Spradling.
While pleased with Congress' New Years Day vote, the Sand Springs, Okla., farm leader voiced support for continued efforts on a new, five-year farm bill.
"We would prefer a new farm bill, one that provides a strong safety net for farm income using a combination of crop insurance, a revenue assurance program and price protection," Spradling said.
Spradling praised the entire Oklahoma delegation, both House and Senate, for their tireless efforts to protect the nation's agricultural industry.
"We understand this is the best deal possible under the current circumstances," Spradling said. "We want to acknowledge their support for agriculture and rural Oklahoma."
At the same time, Spradling singled out Rep. Frank Lucas, R-Okla., for his leadership during this stressful time.
"Congressman Lucas, as Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has consistently been a strong voice for agriculture," Spradling said.
Spradling said he is confident there is still a possibility for passing a new farm bill in 2013.
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