ASTA: Keep America’s Ag Community Moving with Farm Bill

ASTA: Keep America's Ag Community Moving with Farm Bill

ALEXANDRIA, Va. (April 30, 2026) - The American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) issued the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives approved the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026.

"ASTA thanks House Agriculture Committee Chairman GT Thompson for his leadership and determination in advancing the Farm Bill through the House. We greatly appreciate his steadfast commitment to American agriculture. Seed companies, and the farmers they partner with, rely on Congress to come together on agriculture policy that will provide much needed certainty and investments into the future," said Andy LaVigne, President and CEO, American Seed Trade Association.

"Senate action now is critical to ensuring the seed sector, plant breeders, and America's farmers have the research investments, conservation tools, and export market support to meet the growing demand here in the U.S. and around the world."

"The U.S. seed sector is proud of our work to provide America's farmers the highest quality, professionally produced seed to help them feed, fuel, and clothe the world."

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