Broadcast Newsline: August 7, 2013

The Senate Farm Bill conferees have been named. Robbie Minnich, Senior Government Relations Representative for the National Cotton Council office in Washington, D.C. joins us today to explain what exactly this means for the future of the Farm Bill.

Today's Cotton Newsline is 4 cuts. All cuts are Robbie Minnich, Senior Government Relations Representative for the National Cotton Council office in Washington, D.C.

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The Senate Farm Bill conferees have been named. Robbie Minnich, Senior Government Relations Representative for the National Cotton Council office in Washington, D.C. joins us today to explain what exactly this means for the future of the Farm Bill.

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The House is not expected to name conferees until Congress returns in September.

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While Lucas is optimistic, Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Peterson has his reservations, and he's not alone.

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In a highly unusual move, Chairwoman Stabenow also entered into a colloquy on the Senate floor with Senator Flake of Arizona.

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