March 5, 2026 - The North American Millers’ Association (NAMA) applauds the bipartisan passage of the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 through the House Agriculture Committee.
The “Farm Bill 2.0” includes policies that support the milling value chain, provide more certainty for farmers to help them navigate today’s economic challenges, and invest in critical programs.
“NAMA thanks Chair GT Thompson for his leadership in advancing the farm bill,” said NAMA Vice President of Government Affairs Kim Z Cooper. “We are pleased that legislation by Rep. Tracey Mann is included in the bill to permanently transfer Food for Peace to USDA, its rightful home. This change will help ensure that millers can continue to serve as the link between American-grown grain and the highly nutritious products that help feed those facing famine emergencies around the world.”
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NAMA has led a coalition of more than 80 other organizations advocating for moving Food for Peace, given the department’s proven track record of administering all of the other U.S. in-kind food aid programs. USDA is currently operating Food for Peace through an interagency agreement.
NAMA appreciates the inclusion of additional priorities in the House farm bill. It directs the USDA to study winter wheat as a cover crop, showcasing wheat’s ability to both feed Americans and provide critical soil health benefits. It continues investments in the U.S. Wheat and Barley Scab Initiative, which provides critical crop protection research to combat Fusarium head blight.
NAMA calls on Congress to finalize the passage of this important piece of legislation.
Source: email/GFMM
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