WASHINGTON — Reduced spending under the 2014 farm bill contributed greatly to the nation's deficit reduction effort. However, additional cuts to the 2018 farm bill would present perils on many fronts, a diverse coalition has told congressional appropriations and budget leaders.
In a letter, 502 different groups, representing a wide range of constituents — from agriculture and nutrition assistance to rural development, conservation and local governments — said additional funding cuts would "hinder development and passage of the 2018 Farm Bill."
Support for the letter was spearheaded by the American Farm Bureau Federation, Bread for the World, Feeding America, the Food Research. . .
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