Agriculture and Nutrition
Agriculture is a cornerstone of Illinois’s economy and a foundational component of our state’s history. In Congress, Senator Duckworth is pushing to ensure that the hardworking men and women across the state who have fed generations of Americans have the tools, resources and support they need to grow, prosper and continue to feed and power our nation. She is working alongside Illinois farmers to ensure they have a fair shake and a powerful advocate in Federal policy debates.
In every corner of the state, the agriculture industry faces growing challenges from foreign competition and aging infrastructure. That is one reason Senator Duckworth is working to expand access to new markets and drive down the costs associated with getting agricultural products to market. She is committed to reinforcing the entrepreneurial spirit of Illinois farmers by supporting initiatives that eliminate unnecessary red tape, reduce uncertainty and expand opportunity.
Latest
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July 12, 2023
Duckworth Discusses Agricultural Priorities with Illinois Farm Bureau, Illinois Soybean Association
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April 04, 2023
Following Duckworth Visit, Japan Announces Regulatory Change to Allow Import of More U.S. Ethanol
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March 22, 2023
Duckworth Discusses Corn Exports and Ethanol Production with Illinois Corn Growers Association
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March 09, 2023
Duckworth Discusses Ethanol Production with Illinois Farm Bureau
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December 01, 2022
Duckworth, Durbin Join Fischer, Klobuchar to Introduce Bipartisan Year-Round E15 Legislation with Landmark Support
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June 03, 2022
Duckworth Applauds Biden Administration For Getting the Renewable Fuel Standard Back on Track with Newly Released Ethanol Blending Mandates
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May 25, 2022
Duckworth Calls on CDC to Protect Infant Lives by Tracking Cronobacter Infections
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May 25, 2022
Duckworth Meets with FTC Chair to Discuss Inquiry into Causes of Infant Formula Shortages
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May 25, 2022
Duckworth Applauds FTC’s New Inquiry into Causes of Infant Formula Shortages
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March 30, 2022
Duckworth Speaks with Illinois Corn Growers, Highlights Benefits of Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
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November 01, 2021
Duckworth, Durbin Statement On Appointment Of Erika Rae Allen To Serve On Farm Service Agency State Committee In Illinois
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September 28, 2021
Duckworth Joins Bustos, Axne, Craig, Klobuchar in Urging Administration to Increase Biofuels Usage
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September 22, 2021
Duckworth Meets with Illinois Farm Bureau to Discuss Legislative Priorities
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August 12, 2021
Duckworth, Durbin Announce Nearly $200,000 for Clay County Hospital
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April 09, 2021
Bicameral Lawmakers Issue Statements After Prompting FDA’s Creation of “Closer to Zero” Campaign
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March 23, 2021
Duckworth & Warner Urge Biden Administration to Address Pervasive Food Insecurity among Military Families
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March 16, 2021
Duckworth Discusses Agricultural Priorities with Illinois Corn Growers Association
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February 24, 2021
Duckworth Discusses Agricultural Priorities with Illinois Soybean Association Board
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February 23, 2021
Duckworth Votes to Confirm Thomas Vilsack as Agriculture Secretary
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February 09, 2021
Duckworth, Durbin Introduce Bill to Implement and Expand Online Snap Purchasing Nationwide
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February 04, 2021
Duckworth Secures EPA Nominee’s Commitment to Prioritize Farmers, Climate Change & Environmental Justice
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December 21, 2020
Duckworth, Durbin Statement On Omnibus Provision Protecting Food Access For 8,000 Illinois Supportive Living Facility Residents
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December 17, 2020
Duckworth, Durbin Introduce Bill to Allow Illinois Senior Living Facility Residents to Continue Receiving Nutritious Meals
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November 18, 2020
Duckworth, Durbin, Bustos, Davis Lead Illinois Delegation In Opposing USDA Effort To End Food Stamp Program At Illinois Senior Living Facilities
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October 14, 2020
Following Efforts by Duckworth, USDA Agrees to Fully Extend School Nutrition Program Through End of 2020-21 School Year
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September 01, 2020
Duckworth, Durbin Join Hassan in Urging School Nutrition Program Extension for 2020-21 School Year
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August 26, 2020
Duckworth Blasts USDA Student Meal Decision that Will Add Significant Burdens to Already Strained School Districts in the Middle of the COVID-19 Pandemic
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July 02, 2020
Duckworth, Durbin Introduce Bill To Implement And Expand Online SNAP Purchasing Nationwide
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April 04, 2020
Duckworth, Durbin Join Bipartisan Letter Urging USDA to Ensure Continuity of Food Supply by Supporting Farmers During COVID-19 Pandemic
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March 24, 2020
Duckworth Discusses Food Insecurity & COVID-19 Pandemic with Greater Chicago Food Depository Executive Director
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March 12, 2020
Duckworth Presses EPA Deputy Administrator Nominee for Clarity on Trump Administration’s Broken Promises to Farmers
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March 11, 2020
Duckworth Discusses Agricultural Initiatives with Illinois Farm Bureau
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October 02, 2019
Duckworth Tours Bunge-SCF Grain Terminal, Highlighting Importance of Illinois Agriculture and Infrastructure
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September 13, 2019
Duckworth, Senate Democrats Demand Answers from Commerce IG on Reports of Suppression and Retaliation at NOAA
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July 24, 2019
Duckworth Discusses Agricultural Priorities with Illinois Soybean Growers
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July 13, 2019
Duckworth Hosts Roundtable on Impacts of Extreme Flooding with Southern Illinois Leaders
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June 11, 2019
Duckworth Discusses Agricultural Priorities with Illinois Farm Bureau
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March 12, 2019
Duckworth Statement on Proposed E15 Rule Changes
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February 13, 2019
Duckworth Advocates for Veteran Small Business Owners for Access to Federal Surplus Equipment
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February 08, 2019
Need supplies for your new business? This new law can help
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February 05, 2019
Duckworth Votes Against EPA Nominee Andrew Wheeler
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December 11, 2018
Duckworth Votes for Farm Bill to Support Farmers & Illinois Families
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October 16, 2018
Duckworth, Durbin Announce $100,000 for Research to Help Reduce Emissions and Support Ethanol Production
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October 11, 2018
Duckworth Meets with Nominee to Head EPA's Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention
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September 17, 2018
Duckworth, Durbin Announce over $40,000 for Rural Development in Stephenson County
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August 07, 2018
Duckworth Visits Farm on Ogden in Lawndale
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June 28, 2018
Duckworth, Durbin Announce Over $276,000 for Rural Development in Central Illinois Communities
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June 28, 2018
Duckworth Votes for Farm Bill to Support Farmers, Working Illinoisans & Families