UnSNAPped and Prop 2 The U.S. House Agriculture Committee today approved H.R. 2, the Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018, but it passed along party lines and faces tougher challenges ahead. There was little discussion about Title I commodity programs, and most of the debate involved committee Democrats voicing opposition to a Republican-led effort that would toughen requirements for domestic food assistance under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program(SNAP). They are particularly upset about a new work/job training requirement. Balkanized Training: Democrats are correct in that the proposed worker training program would be difficult to implement, but the larger problem is that it is just another band-aid on top of many others. A...
What You Need to Know Today: The corn and soybean markets closed slightly higher in low-volume trade. The wheat market was mixed, with HRW continuing its downward trek on improved moisture. As expected, the bearish cattle on feed report drove down cattle prices and pulled hogs down with it. Mi...
Monday, 25 May is a U.S. holiday, and both the markets and our office will be closed. Please note that the next issue of Ag Perspectives will be published on Tuesday, 26 May. The WPI staff wishes everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend...
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