California U.S. Senator Alex Padilla and Maine U.S. Senator Susan Collins are leading a bipartisan bill aimed at supporting specialty crop farmers. The bill, titled Specialty Crop Competitiveness Act of 2021, looks to reauthorize funding for the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program and the Specialty Crop Research Initiative, both vital to the specialty crop farming industry. This move is seen as critical to assist farmers in maintaining competitiveness, improving farming practices, and promoting locally-grown produce.
Click the link below to learn more details about the Specialty Crop Competitiveness Act of 2021 and how it aims to empower specialty crop farmers. Stay informed about the actions of U.S. Senators Alex Padilla and Susan Collins as they strive to ensure the sustainability and competitiveness of this vital sector in the agriculture industry.
