10.19.25

Letter: Attacks on modern farming techniques

Gil Crosby Warns of Attacks on Modern Ag in The Spokesman-Review

We were pleased to see that Washington state based wheat farmer Gil Crosby recently discussed attacks on modern agriculture in a letter to the editor. Below is a summary and highlights from the full article, with a link to read the full story

In his recent letter, Washington farmer Gil Crosby warns that false narratives surrounding Section 453 of the House appropriations bill threaten modern agriculture. He explains that the provision would protect farmers' access to science-based crop protection tools, which are vital for keeping farms efficient, sustainable, and affordable. Crosby cautions that restricting access to these tools could raise input costs, lower yields, and drive up consumer prices. He calls on Congress to act swiftly, emphasizing that agricultural policy must be grounded in science, not activism.

To read Gil's letter, click here.