ISA Applauds House Agriculture Committee Passage of Farm Bill

Bloomington, Ill. - March 5, 2026 - The Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) applauds the advancement of the federal farm bill out of the U.S. House Committee on Agriculture with a 34 - 17 vote, making the first major step toward the passage of a farm bill in nearly eight years.

Congress last enacted a full five-year farm bill in 2018. Since then, farmers have operated under temporary extensions, creating uncertainty for producers facing rising input costs, volatile markets and global competition.

"We greatly appreciate the members of Congress who supported moving this legislation forward," said Bryan Severs, ISA Chairman. "Illinois soybean farmers depend on a strong, modernized farm bill to provide risk management tools, strengthen market opportunities, and reinforce the food and energy security of our nation."

ISA specifically thanks Illinois Representatives Mike Bost and Mary Miller for their support of the legislation in committee.

"We thank Congressman Bost and Congresswoman Miller for their support of this legislation," Severs added. "Advancing the farm bill out of committee sends a clear message that protecting American agriculture remains a priority."

Illinois is the top soybean-producing state in the nation, and a modernized farm bill is crucial to maintaining the competitiveness of Illinois growers and supporting rural communities across the state.

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The Illinois Soybean Association (ISA) checkoff and membership programs represent more than 43,000 soybean farmers in Illinois. The checkoff funds market development, soybean production and government relations efforts, while the membership program, Illinois Soybean Growers (ISG) and the Illinois Soybean Growers PAC actively advocates for positive and impactful legislation for farmers at local, state and national levels. ISA upholds the interests of Illinois soybean farmers through promotion, advocacy, research and education with the vision of becoming a trusted partner of Illinois soybean farmers to ensure their profitability now and for future generations. For more information, visit the website www.ilsoy.org and www.ilsoygrowers.com.

MEDIA CONTACT
Betsy Osman
Illinois Soybean Association
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