Reaction to House Farm Bill

Randall Weiseman July 31, 2007 Cotton, Florida, General, Georgia

Reaction from agricultural groups to the farm bill passed by the House last week has been overwhelmingly positive.

From the National Cotton Council:
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From the Georgia Cotton Commission:
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From the specialty crop interests:
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From Florida Farm Bureau:
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