Farm Action Urges Trump Administration to Prevent Another Fertilizer Price Spike
Farm Action’s letter warns that without action, “temporary geopolitical disruptions” could escalate into “sustained financial harm” for struggling farmers.
Farm Action’s letter warns that without action, “temporary geopolitical disruptions” could escalate into “sustained financial harm” for struggling farmers.
The proposed rule would remove a long-standing barrier that hinders farmers and other shippers from challenging poor rail service, said Farm Action.
“The 2026 Farm Bill is an opportunity for Congress to reshape our food system, but the House’s newly released bill text signals more of the same.”
Farm Action backs USDA’s proposed updates to the Agricultural Foreign Investment Disclosure Act (AFIDA) to increase transparency around farmland ownership.
“It’s encouraging to see the Dietary Guidelines put whole, minimally processed foods back at the center,” said Farm Action President Angela Huffman.
Farm Action welcomes the regenerative agriculture investment, saying it can improve soil health, cut costs for farmers, and boost resilience—if USDA ensures fair access beyond major corporations.
Farmers are hurting, and relief is welcome — but without fixing the policies that perpetuate this crisis, the bailout cycle will continue.
Farm Action welcomes the administration’s move to crack down on price fixing and anticompetitive behavior in our food and agriculture system.
“MCOOL is not optional—it is essential. It is essential for rebuilding the herd, restoring fairness, and protecting our food security. The USMCA Joint Review is your moment to fix this,” said Farm Action’s Joe Maxwell.
“Ranchers need fair prices. Consumers deserve honesty at the checkout. It’s time to fix this broken system once and for all,” said Farm Action’s Angela Huffman.