WASHINGTON – National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew today issued the following statement on Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) being named ranking member of the Senate Agriculture Committee:
“Senator Klobuchar has consistently demonstrated a commitment to bipartisanship and championing the needs of agriculture and rural America. On behalf of National Farmers Union, I extend our congratulations to her on being elected as the ranking member of the Senate Agriculture Committee.
“Her leadership comes at a pivotal time for family farmers and ranchers, who are navigating significant economic and environmental challenges. A strong, comprehensive five-year farm bill is essential to providing stability. We are eager to partner with Senator Klobuchar to ensure a new farm bill addresses the needs of family farmers and strengthens the resilience of our rural communities.”