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October 21, 2022

Newsmakers: Oct. 21, 2022: Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack on distressed borrower relief; Dana Brooks, Michael Dykes, and Dave White on sustainability and the next farm bill

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The Department of Agriculture rolled out $800 million in assistance for producers behind on loans this week as well as a new protocol for servicing debt in the future. Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack joins Newsmakers to discuss why the department is taking this particular approach and also how he envisions future action on climate-smart commodities and more.Then, Dana Brooks with the Pet Food Institute, Michael Dykes with the International Dairy Foods Association and Dave White with the 9b Group offer their thoughts on the current sustainability discussions taking place in ag policy and how they will impact the next farm bill.Want to receive Newsmakers in your inbox every week? Sign up! http://eepurl.com/hTgSAD

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