Ernst touts MAMBA Act, seeks opportunities for first-time farmers

Legislation in the U.S. Senate aims to expand opportunities for first-time farmers and small to mid-size manufacturers. Republican Joni Ernst of Iowa says the Modernizing Agricultural and Manufacturing Bonds, orMAMBA, Act would provide new financing options for young and beginning producers. “It centers around the Aggie Bonds and Industrial Development Bonds,” she said. “What we’re […]

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