Seeking Help From Capitol Hill
Carroll Smith
Senior Writer
"Traditionally," Morgan says, "agricultural disasters have been covered under the agricultural appropriations bill, which has already gone to the President. That means disaster funding would have to be put under another appropriations bill, which is certainly not impossible, but it's not the normal way we do business.
"Because Sen. Pryor is a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, he will certainly be a key player. If disaster provisions are placed on another appropriations bill, he will be in a pivotal position to help us."
Although securing disaster funding prior to production loans being made in 2010 is a formidable task, it's not an impossible one. Industry leaders are putting on a full-court press to help make this happen. Back home, farmers are encouraged to get their crops out and report their losses as quickly as possible. And, by all means, become more politically aggressive in asking for help and taking the initiative to contact their senators and representatives directly. Every phone call, letter and email can make a difference.
source : cottonfarming
Carroll Smith
Senior Writer
"Traditionally," Morgan says, "agricultural disasters have been covered under the agricultural appropriations bill, which has already gone to the President. That means disaster funding would have to be put under another appropriations bill, which is certainly not impossible, but it's not the normal way we do business.
"Because Sen. Pryor is a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, he will certainly be a key player. If disaster provisions are placed on another appropriations bill, he will be in a pivotal position to help us."
Although securing disaster funding prior to production loans being made in 2010 is a formidable task, it's not an impossible one. Industry leaders are putting on a full-court press to help make this happen. Back home, farmers are encouraged to get their crops out and report their losses as quickly as possible. And, by all means, become more politically aggressive in asking for help and taking the initiative to contact their senators and representatives directly. Every phone call, letter and email can make a difference.
source : cottonfarming
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