Bipartisan legislation has been introduced in the U.S. House to expand support for specialty crop growers impacted by disasters.
Bill sponsor Congressman Bill Huizenga of Michigan tells Brownfield the Protecting America’s Orchardists and Nursery Tree Growers Act would improve the USDA’s Tree Assistance Program.
“Whether it’s income limits, we’re making sure that as long as you hit that 75% of your income is farm derived you qualify, covering more damage, having some greater flexibility,” he expands.
