As many of you know, the Farm Bill is a multi-year law that governs an array of agricultural and food programs. It provides an opportunity for policymakers to comprehensively address agricultural and food issues.

What a summer it has been! Our state chapters have impressed with their flurry of activities. I want to thank the chapter leadership teams for raising awareness of our mission and the needs of our Farmer Veteran community through involvement with public events, media outlets, social media, collaboration with their local Veteran service organizations, and faith communities.