The farm bill, in its current state, is a public health failure
By Dr. Lyndon Haviland
March 18, 2026
TheHill.com
Congress is currently trying to pass a long-overdue farm bill as lawmakers debate where, and how, billions in taxpayer resources should be allocated.
Sadly, those involved in shaping the current legislation seem to be more interested in protecting special interests than advancing the bill’s primary objectives: establishing a healthy food system, supporting a wide group of farmers who supply it and ensuring all Americans have access to a safe and nutritious food supply.