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Fighting for agriculture

The top elected officials in one Midwestern state are vowing to fight for agriculture.

“To all the farmers here and across the state, we have your backs.”

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker says unprecedented uncertainty is dramatically impacting the state’s number one industry.

“The harsh cuts to USDA programs, and the tariffs, are already taking their toll on our rural communities.”  He says, “I’ve heard directly from farmers all across our state.”

Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton told farmers, ag officials, FFA students, and others gathered for the state’s annual Ag Legislative Day…

“I want you to know that I stand with you in this fight because this uncertainty is not good for agriculture.”  She says, “It’s not good for your businesses and it’s not good for the hard working families who are trying to put food on the table.”

Both officials tout a recent trade mission to Mexico aimed at strengthening the state’s relationship with both its government and businesses as an example of working for agriculture.