WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 5, 2026) — The Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance (SCFBA) issued the following statement on the approval of H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, by the U.S. House Committee on Agriculture.
“The Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance commends Chairman Thompson for his leadership, and we are grateful to the House Agriculture Committee for advancing the farm bill process. H.R. 7567 includes key bipartisan provisions that would enhance the competitiveness of the family farms that produce specialty crops in the U.S.”
“At a time when our producers confront unprecedented economic challenges, enacting a full five-year farm bill is critical to the continued sustainability of American agriculture and the communities specialty crop producers serve.”
The SCFBA is co-chaired by Cathy Burns, CEO of the International Fresh Produce Association; Mike Joyner, President of the Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association; Dave Puglia, President and CEO of Western Growers; and Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council.
