News and updates from the House Agriculture Committee Republicans led by Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson
In House Report 321 of August 5, 1856, the committee had this to say:
"Agriculture is the basis of our national prosperity. It is the substratum of all other interests; and the degree of advancement which marks the progress of our country and its people in wealth, enterprise, education, and substantial independence, is measured by the prosperity of its rural interests."
06/16/2026
Last summer, Congress authorized historic investments in land-grant universities and agricultural excellence. USDA is putting those dollars to work—read Chairman Thompson’s statement on the implementation of funding for the Research Facilities Act program. ⬆️
06/10/2026
Since 2020, USMCA has resulted in over $60 billion in purchases of American ag commodities each year — accounting for about 1/3 of all US ag exports.
Want to learn more about this important trade agreement and its impact on agriculture? Use the link in our bio to watch the House Committee on Agriculture’s hearing — LIVE NOW.
06/09/2026
TOMORROW: Tune in for a full committee hearing on the future of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
The House Committee on Agriculture will hear from agricultural stakeholders on the importance of this trade agreement to producers and the American ag economy.
Follow along at the link in our bio!
06/04/2026
🔴LIVE: Watch House Ag’s hearing with Secretary Rollins using the link in our bio.
06/02/2026
🚜TUNE IN THIS THURSDAY. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins is stopping by the House Committee on Agriculture for a full committee hearing beginning 10 am ET.
Visit the link in our bio to watch live and never miss an update!
06/01/2026
Happy World Milk Day!
From the farm to the breakfast table, milk plays an important role in feeding families across America. Thank you to the dairy farmers who make it all possible. Cheers!
05/29/2026
Today is Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture Day—an opportunity to reflect on the unique challenges producers face as they work to feed, fuel, and clothe America. Today and every day, we thank our farmers and ranchers for the vital work they do in their fields, pastures, and barns.
The House Committee on Agriculture remains committed to supporting our hardworking producers through meaningful ag policy—from historic investments in the farm safety net last summer to expanding credit access in the 2026 farm bill.
Visit USDA’s website for mental health resources:
https://www.usda.gov/about-usda/general-information/staff-offices/office-congressional-relations/office-external-and-intergovernmental-affairs/center-faith/farm-stress-and-mental-health-resources
ONE MONTH OUT from passing the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 out of the House of Representatives.
Our farmers, ranchers, and rural communities have already waited three years for this bill. It’s time for Congress to finish its work and get a full, five-year farm bill to the President’s desk.
05/20/2026
Good ag policy is all about bringing stakeholders to the table. Thank you to Wine Institute members for sharing their priorities today with Chairman Thompson and the Ag Committee!
05/19/2026
Texan farmers and ranchers deserve a new farm bill.
Today, stopped by the Senate to speak to about the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026. It’s time to make agriculture great again—and that requires an updated farm bill that reflects modern challenges.
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