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Farm Bill Boosts Specialty Crops in Washington
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- May 26, 2026
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Summary
A major farm bill just passed the House, injecting nearly a billion dollars into specialty crops like apples, cherries, and hops — vital to Washington’s agriculture — with funding for research, marketing, and automation to combat labor shortages. But it’s a polarizing win: Democrats fiercely oppose cuts to SNAP, calling them too harsh for struggling families. Now the bill heads to the Senate, where bipartisan compromise is essential — and the clock is ticking on outdated policies. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/935cfe6cb744e132