Potential consequences of USDA funding freeze and layoffs

The president of Iowa Farmers Union is concerned government funding freezes and layoffs will have short and long-term consequences for agriculture. Aaron Lehman says some of the firings at USDA could have lasting impacts. “Research, farmer conservation contracts not being honored, weather services, access to local offices, all are at real risk here.” The central […]

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