Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 moves forward with provisions strengthening farm credit, exports, conservation, and global competitiveness.
Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 (H.R. 7567), marking a significant step forward in shaping federal agricultural policy for the years ahead.
The legislation addresses a wide range of issues affecting farmers, food systems, and rural communities, while also emphasizing the connection between U.S. agriculture and national security.
In response to the vote, National Association of Wheat Growers President Jamie Kress issued a statement applauding the House and highlighting the bill’s importance to wheat producers across the country.
“The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 delivers meaningful improvements that will provide certainty for farmers, expand market opportunities, and reinforce the vital role our nation’s farmers play in both food security and national security,” said Kress.
Kress emphasized that the legislation reflects many of the policy priorities long advocated by wheat growers, particularly in areas that affect financial stability, export competitiveness, and long-term resilience.
“This bill reflects many of wheat farmers’ top priorities from modernizing farm credit and safeguarding international food aid programs to enhancing export competitiveness,” Kress said. “These provisions will help ensure America’s wheat farmers can remain resilient and globally competitive. We urge the Senate to act quickly to advance this legislation and deliver a strong, bipartisan farm bill to the President’s desk.”
Key Provisions Supporting Wheat Growers
The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 includes several provisions that align closely with NAWG policy goals and the broader needs of the wheat industry.
One major focus is the modernization of the Farm Credit Title, which aims to ensure continued access to affordable and reliable financing. For capital-intensive farming operations, dependable credit remains essential to managing risk and investing in productivity.
The bill also permanently transfers the Food for Peace program to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. This move is intended to protect in-kind food aid and strengthen long-term demand for U.S.-grown commodities, creating a more stable outlet for American wheat while supporting global food assistance efforts.
Export development receives additional attention through the integration of the Supplemental Agricultural Trade Promotion Program into the Market Access Program and the Foreign Market Development Program. This change is designed to streamline export promotion efforts and bolster the competitiveness of U.S. wheat in international markets.
Other provisions include reauthorization of the U.S. Grain Standards Act, which helps ensure fair pricing and maintains confidence among global buyers, and reauthorization of the Conservation Reserve Program. CRP continues to serve as a key conservation tool while also helping stabilize farm income during challenging market conditions.
Finally, the bill directs the Natural Resources Conservation Service to study and report on the use of winter wheat as a cover crop. This initiative supports innovation, improved soil health, and better resource conservation practices.
With House passage complete, producers and agricultural organizations now look to the Senate for swift action as momentum builds for a comprehensive, bipartisan farm bill.
NAWG was not the only farm organization supporting the passage of the 2026 Farm Bill.
“Today’s House farm bill passage is a testament to the power of rural America when we stand up for our farms and future generations with a unified voice,” said Rob Brenneman, NPPC president and pork producer from Washington County, Iowa.
National Milk Producers Federation President & CEO Gregg Doud applauded the passage, "The House-passed 2026 Farm Bill supports the farm safety net, preserves existing conservation programs that include opportunities for dairy and livestock producers, bolsters trade promotion programs while protecting common food names, recognizes the important role of dairy in nutrition, and supports animal health programs."
Continued Doud, “We look forward to the Senate taking up the farm bill without delay. At a time where farmers face unprecedented challenges, Congress needs to provide the stability of a five-year, comprehensive farm bill. We will work with leaders in both chambers, from both parties, to get a farm bill signed into law.”