May 6, 2026 – This week, North American Millers’ Association (NAMA) members traveled to Washington, D.C. for the annual NAMA fly-in.
“The fly-in was hosted at a critical time to help decision makers understand the milling industry’s role and priorities in nutrition, research, trade, and international food aid,” said NAMA President Jane DeMarchi. “It has never been more important for congressional offices to hear directly from millers in their districts and states about how current government policies are impacting milling businesses and the communities they support.”
During the fly-in, 28 representatives from 15 NAMA member companies met with top USDA staff and participated in 76 congressional meetings, including the offices of key members of the House and Senate Agriculture Committees and appropriators. During their meetings, NAMA members highlighted the essential role grains play in our affordable and nutritious food supply. They also expressed support for priorities including federal preemption for food regulations, oat and wheat research funding, and a renewal of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
The fly-in was held on May 4-5, just days after the House of Representatives passed the “Farm Bill 2.0.” Importantly, the bill permanently transfers Food for Peace to USDA. NAMA members urged the Senate to include similar language in their version of the bill.
NAMA’s policy priorities reflect the role of millers as a crucial link in the food supply chain. More information is available online at namamillers.org/our-priorities.
Source: Email/GFMM
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