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Conversations Live: A Special Conversation on the U.S. Farm Bill: Why It Matters


Thursday, May 25, at 6:00 p.m. and Sunday, May 28, at 10:00 a.m. on WPSU-TV and live.wpsu.org. Now streaming on the PBS App.

The U.S Farm Bill is up for renewal this year. It will impact farmers, but also programs like food stamps and disaster aid. In this special conversation we’ll talk with a panel to discuss why the U.S. Farm Bill is important for the lives of Pennsylvanians and all Americans.

We also want to hear from you! Submit your questions to connect@wpsu.org.

Host

Carolyn Donaldson

Guests

Glenn ThompsonRep. Glenn “GT” Thompson
Agriculture Committee Chairman
R-PA-15

Rep. David Scott
Agriculture Committee Ranking Member
D-GA-13

Richard Roush, Ph.D.
Dean, College of Agricultural Sciences
Penn State University

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