“I would like to urge farm families to attend these important listening sessions regarding agriculture policy and the upcoming 2007 Farm Bill.  It is a great opportunity for Ranking Member Peterson to hear directly from you about what is important for Arkansas agriculture,” said Ross. 

A Farm Bill is written every five years, and the 2007 Farm Bill will be this nation’s agricultural policy until the year 2012. 

The Texarkana Listening Session will take place at the Four States Fair Grounds, 3700 East 50th Street at 9:00 a.m. The Dumas Listening Session will be held at the Dumas Community Center, 18 Belmont Street at 3:00 p.m.  

“These sessions will give us an opportunity to hear directly from farm families as we prepare to write the 2007 Farm Bill,” Ross said.  “Congressman Peterson and I want to get thoughts and ideas on ways to improve our nation’s farm policy and ensure our farm families have the tools they need to continue providing our nation with a safe and reliable source of food and fiber.”