Representative McClain hears farmer priorities

A Michigan Congresswoman says a recent farm bill listening session helped provide insights into what matters most to farmers in her district.

“I would say all-encompassing is crop insurance.”

Lisa McClain, whose district includes the Thumb of Michigan, tells Brownfield farmers also aired their concerns about rising input costs and China buying farmland.

“That’s not so specific to our region per se, but that came up in the listening session—just to be on guard,” she says.

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