Farm Bill stuck in the mud

Every five years one of the U.S. Congress’ most important jobs is to put together a massive Farm Bill which underpins the nation’s agricultural sector and food aid programs.  It goes without saying – it’s a big deal.  But for the second straight year the House has failed to pass a new version of the legislation, and is running out of time with funding set to expire at the end of the year.  Marred by both GOP infighting over costs and Democrats unwilling to negotiate on SNAP payments, farm advocates are pleading for Congress to reach a deal.  The D.C. farm bill debacle has farmers here in Georgia and across the U.S. SINKING…