Washington, D.C. (May 1, 2024)—“I would like to thank both Chairman Thompson and Chairwoman Stabenow for their leadership in introducing frameworks for the 2024 farm bill today. These are critical first steps in passing a farm bill that strengthens the competitiveness of America’s farmers and ranchers, bolsters rural communities, and provides access to food for those in need. Both frameworks also include several provisions that have been priorities for farmer co-ops and their producer-owners in the farm bill. We look forward to working with members of both the House and Senate committees as the process moves forward, starting with the House markup of the bill later this month.â€
About NCFC
Since 1929, NCFC has been the voice of America’s farmer cooperatives. Our members are regional and national farmer cooperatives, which are in turn consist of nearly 2,000 local farmer cooperatives across the country. NCFC members also include 17state and regional councils of cooperatives. Farmer cooperatives allow individual farmers the ability to own and lead organizations that are essential for continued competitiveness in both the domestic and international markets.
America’s farmer-owned cooperatives provide a comprehensive array of services for their members. These diverse organizations handle, process and market virtually every type of agricultural commodity. They also provide farmers with access to infrastructure necessary to manufacture, distribute and sell a variety of farm inputs. Additionally, they provide credit and related financial services, including export financing.
