There are a lot of bills moving through both chambers of Congress. Many of these will impact agriculture either directly or indirectly. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley held his weekly press call with Ag media on Monday, and he gave us updates on where several issues now stand.
First, the Senator updated us on his Cattle Price Discovery & Transparency Act. He recapped his intentions for this act.
The Senator was asked about the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule. He said there is a role for the Federal government, and there is a role for state governments. He also said that EPA should also consider court battles yet to come on their plans.
Fertilizer costs are also straining farmers bottom lines. Last week, USTR Katherine Tai said the current situation is not under her control, but rather the Secretary of Commerce. Grassley said that for the most part, she is right. However, there are places where the Trade Ambassador does have some authority.
The Senator also talked about the SEC, foreign land ownership concerns, and the war in Ukraine.
