Senator John Thune calls for new legislation to support farmers and ranchers [Video]

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) – Agriculture is a prominent and significant industry in South Dakota.

Many farmers and ranchers in the state have clamored for government support on a national level, and Wednesday’s statement from Senator John Thune seemed to be an important development.

Many agricultural professionals were pleased with the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, more commonly known as the 2018 Farm Bill. In November, President Biden signed legislation to keep this Bill’s provisions active through September 2024.

However, agriculture is an ever-changing industry, and some farmers and ranchers hope to see newer legislation come along to address growing problems. In an address to President Biden and his colleagues, Senator John Thune spoke for over five minutes on this topic.

“Mr. President, as I said, while I’m glad we have extended key provisions of the 2018 farm bill through this growing season, we are overdue for a full, updated …