Good government isn’t always about passing more laws. Sometimes it’s about making sure the ones we already have are enforced and still make sense.

Before the end of this Congress, three extremely important matters directly impacting agriculture will be debated — the farm bill, year-round E15 and additional financial support for farmers.

Sometimes shared goals outside of agriculture can lead to opportunities that we could never have imagined.

The decisions that shape agriculture aren’t made by chance. They’re shaped by informed, engaged leaders who are willing to step up and speak on behalf of farmers and ranchers.

For many of us whose roots run deep on a family farm, land isn’t just an asset. It provides food, supports wildlife, filters water and tells the story of generations who have cared for it.

Every farm lost takes with it generations of knowledge, community leadership and the heartbeat of local economies.

Additional financial support is critical to offset trade-related losses, rising input costs and the deep financial pressure facing U.S. row crop and specialty crop producers.

It is important to break the stigma around mental health challenges and encourage those struggling to reach out for help.

This is the final Farm & Food File. None of it would have been possible without you.