Senator Chuck Grassley is suggesting the federal government’s “deficit problem†means it’s likely there will be new “enforceable payment limits†on farm subsidies.
During a speech at this weekend’s Iowa Ag Summit in Des Moines, Grassley said he supports a federal “farm safety net†and expects crop insurance subsidies to be part of the next Farm Bill, but Grassley has been a frequent critic of sending those payments to wealthy landowners who aren’t actively engaged in the farm operation.
“If you’re a farmer, you have nothing to worry about,†Grassley said. “…Those who get subsidies, but do not farm should admit it, that it’s ridiculous with our $20 trillion debt.â€
https://www.radioiowa.com/2017/08/07/grassley-seeking-tighter-farm-subsidy-rules-ernst-questioning-crp-use-audio/
