As of October 1st, the federal farm bill has officially expired. This isn’t the first time, and last time Congress eventually extended it—but the clock’s ticking. Without renewal, we could see outdated laws from the 1930s and ’40s take effect come January. Those laws don’t match today’s market or realities on the ground.
The good news? Critical programs like trade promotion, crop insurance, and conservation funding are still running, thanks to built-in provisions lasting through 2031. But without a new bill, the long-term picture for Arizona agriculture gets a whole lot murkier.
Bottom line: we need Washington to stop kicking the can. Our farmers, ranchers, and ag businesses need certainty—not another round of delays.
USMCA TRADE REVIEW — SPEAK UP BEFORE NOV. 1
On the international front, the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is undergoing its scheduled six-year joint review. The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative is asking for public input—this is your chance to weigh in on how the agreement is working (or not working) for Arizona agriculture.
Submit your comments by November 1 under docket USTR-2025-0004.
LOCAL EVENTS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT
Want to stay plugged in? Here are a few key dates:
- Oct 22 – Women’s Ag Social at Sweet Flower Home in Buckeye
- Oct 23 – AZ Dept. of Ag Stakeholder Meeting – Phoenix
- Oct 24 – Stakeholder Meeting – Yuma
- Oct 30 – Stakeholder Meeting – Flagstaff
Whether it’s trade, legislation, or local policy, now’s the time to get involved and stay informed.
STAY READY
Arizona ag doesn’t slow down—and neither should our voice. Let’s keep showing up, speaking out, and protecting what we’ve built.