Farm subsidy debate to dominate 1995 farm bill talks
Washington report says pressure to reform price supports and subsidies will drive the 1995 farm bill. Critics question broad farm funding while many nonfarm areas gain. The CRS notes subsidies cost about 12 billion in 1994 and cover key crops, milk, sugar, tobacco, and more, with 19 percent of USDA budget.
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Farmland Subsidies Face Cuts and Shifts in 1995 Farm Bill
A 1995 farm bill review notes reductions in direct payments and export subsidies for some commodities, with honey funding cut and wool and mohair programs expiring. Critical issues include conservation reserves, environmental costs, and proposals like green payments or farm revenue insurance to stabilize farmer income amid potential budget cuts and global trade scrutiny.
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