Ag Queen Podcast | Episode 96 | Saving Our Bacon in the US

Duane Stateler, National Pork Producers Council president and a fifth-generation farmer in Northwest Ohio, talks about the propects of getting a new farm bill this year, the challenges posed by Proposition 12, which mandates specific animal housing standards, causing disruptions in the supply chain and increasing costs. Stateler emphasized the need for a unified standard to avoid a patchwork of regulations.He also addressed workforce issues, noting the reliance on undocumented workers and the lack of a clear path for their return. Finally, he expressed concerns about the "Make America Healthy Again" report, particularly its lack of definition and potential impact on the ag industry.