(JAMESTOWN, N.D.) – North Dakota Farmers Union President Matt Perdue released this statement on today’s passage of farm bill legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives.

 “The House farm bill’s passage is an important step toward completing the process after three years of delays. The bill updates farm loan programs and reauthorizes programs that support voluntary conservation, rural development and farmer mental health. It is not a perfect bill, but these provisions will benefit family farmers and ranchers and rural communities. “However, we are deeply disappointed that the House again missed an opportunity to authorize permanent year-round E15. Family farmers need strong, stable domestic demand. We have waited long enough. It’s time to get it done.  “Family farmers and ranchers are facing a mounting crisis. We must do more to address skyrocketing fertilizer costs and extreme market volatility. We look forward to continuing our work to strengthen the farm bill, address corporate consolidation and provide meaningful relief to producers.”