WASHINGTON  -  U.S. Representative Jo Ann Emerson (MO-08) will attend a listening session on the upcoming Farm Bill with U.S. Secretary of Agriculture TOMORROW, Friday, November 4, in Springfield, MO.  The purpose of the meeting is to discuss ideas and concerns about programs that fall under the jurisdiction of the Farm Bill legislation, which is set to expire in 2007.

 

"The Farm Bill is quite possibly the most important legislation passed by Congress when it comes to Southern Missouri and the rest of rural America. The important policies in this bill form the foundation of how our hardworking producers run their businesses in one of the most diverse agricultural districts in the country. I appreciate Secretary Johanns coming to Southern Missouri to meet with us face-to-face and to talk about his approach to the Farm Bill, as well as to get our thoughts and perspectives. I look forward to being an active part of this discussion now and in the future as our Missouri delegation works together to represent our outstanding producers," Emerson said.

 

The round table will be held at the Springfield Fairgrounds Eplex in the West Hall, beginning at 2:00 p.m. CST.