NFU Statement on the Election of Rep. Angie Craig as Ranking Member

WASHINGTON - National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew issued the following statement today after the election of Representative Angie Craig (D-MN) to be the ranking member of the House Agriculture Committee:

"On behalf of NFU, I congratulate Representative Angie Craig on her election as the ranking member of the House Agriculture Committee. Her deep understanding of agriculture, commitment to rural America and proven ability to work across the aisle make her a strong advocate for family farmers and ranchers.

"We look forward to collaborating with Rep. Craig to tackle the challenges facing agriculture, starting with the passage of a renewed five-year Farm Bill in the new Congress."