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July 13, 2017 At Ag Hearing, Ernst Calls for Increased Trade Agreements to Strengthen Agricultural Economy & National Security Sen. Joni Ernst
Sept. 5, 2017 Letter to the Honorable Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Withdraw from US Korea Free Trade Agreement Sen. Joni Ernst
Sept. 20, 2017 King, Ernst, Donnelly, Collins Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Promote American Agricultural Exports Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
Oct. 24, 2017 Heitkamp, Ernst Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Farmers Suffering from Low Commodity Prices Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
Jan. 8, 2018 Ernst Statement on Path Forward for Rural America Sen. Joni Ernst
Feb. 14, 2018 Senators Introduce Bill to Provide Certainty for Farmers and Ranchers Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
April 4, 2018 Ernst Statement on Tariffs Sen. Joni Ernst
April 12, 2018 Ernst Statement on White House Meeting to Discuss Agricultural Economy Sen. Joni Ernst
June 19, 2018 Sen. Ernst: Farmers Need Trade Deals, Not Tariffs Sen. Joni Ernst
June 28, 2018 Senate Farm Bill Delivers Certainty, Predictability to Farmers and Ranchers Sen. Joni Ernst
July 8, 2018 CBS "Face the Nation" - Transcript: Foreign Affairs and Trade Sen. Joni Ernst
June 28, 2018 Agriculture Sen. Joni Ernst
Oct. 27, 2018 Ernst Statement on USDA's Plans to Move Agencies Outside the Beltway Sen. Joni Ernst
Dec. 11, 2018 Ernst: "This Farm Bill Is Farmer-Focused and Welcome News for Iowans" Sen. Joni Ernst
March 27, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Thune Leads Colleagues in Urging USDA to Provide Timely Livestock Disaster Assistance Following Severe Weather Events Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
March 14, 2019 Letter to President Donald Trump - Senator Roberts Leads Group Calling for Certainty for Ag Biotech in China Trade Talks Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
June 19, 2019 Tweet - "SOON: I'll be chairing a @SmallBizCmte hearing focused on @SBAgov's efforts to aid communities and business devastated by the flooding in #Iowa, and across the country. @IowaSBDC director Lisa Shimkat will be testifying." Sen. Joni Ernst
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "Obama's #WOTUS rule unfairly threatened Iowa's farmers & landowners. The Trump Admin has taken significant steps to rollback this rule, and my bill w/@SenatorBraun will provide a new, permanent definition that will ensure predictability for Iowans for years to come." Sen. Joni Ernst
Sept. 10, 2019 Tweet - "10 reasons why Iowans, and all Americans, need the #USMCAnow-- cc: @SpeakerPelosi" Sen. Joni Ernst
Oct. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Since we passed the #FarmBill--which included legislation I fought for to legalize industrial hemp--I've been hearing from many #Iowa farmers on my #99CountyTour about their interest in growing hemp to diversify their crops." Sen. Joni Ernst
Oct. 31, 2019 Tweet - "It's time for @SpeakerPelosi and @HouseDemocrats to prioritize the business of the American people over partisan games. Do your jobs so that #Iowa farmers, manufacturers, and business owners can do theirs. Pass the #USMCAnow." Sen. Joni Ernst
Oct. 30, 2019 Tweet - "Thank you to all the Iowa farmers who took time away from harvesting to share with @EPA today that 15B means 15B. We'll keep fighting to make sure they uphold the #RFS." Sen. Joni Ernst
Dec. 19, 2019 Tweet - "After shaking hands in the Oval Office this fall, @EPA had an opportunity to restore the broken trust of farmers and to follow through on the president's commitment, but it appears they've missed the mark…again." Sen. Joni Ernst
Dec. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the one-year anniversary of the 2018 #FarmBill! From strengthening conservation programs to providing critical mental health support through my FARMERS FIRST Act, the Farm Bill has provided certainty for our farmers and strong support for our rural communities." Sen. Joni Ernst
Feb. 20, 2020 Tweet - "Proud to help secure support for a critical dredging project on the Miss. River, which will give Iowa farmers better access to markets. In fact, soybean farmers estimate it could give them a $71 mil. boost. Thanks to @ChipFlory for having me on to discuss! #AgriTalk" Sen. Joni Ernst
Feb. 13, 2020 Letter to Charles Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - Ernst, Grassley Call for Prompt Biodiesel Tax Credit Processing Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
March 25, 2020 Ernst: "You can always count on a farmer.' Sen. Joni Ernst
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "Even in these challenging times, the resiliency and the tenacity of Iowa's farmers is unchanging. And during this #COVID19 pandemic, we continue to rely on your hard work and commitment as you feed and fuel the world. On this #NationalAgDay, thank you!" Sen. Joni Ernst
April 2, 2020 Tweet - "The @IAcattlemen I spoke to earlier this week were clear: they need help now. I'm calling on @USDA to provide immediate assistance to our cattle producers in Iowa, & across the country, through the resources we've provided in our bipartisan relief package." Sen. Joni Ernst
April 14, 2020 Ernst Calls for Clarity, Access to Relief for Iowa's Farmers, Ag Industries Sen. Joni Ernst
April 13, 2020 Tweet - "The decrease in fuel consumption during #COVID19 has left biofuels facilities little choice but to idle production or close completely. Keeping these plants open is vital for #Iowa's economy, & @ChuckGrassley & I are calling on @USDA to provide relief." Sen. Joni Ernst
April 16, 2020 Ernst, Joined by Sec. Naig, Hosts Telephone Town Hall with Iowa's Farmers, Producers Sen. Joni Ernst
April 24, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Senator Doug Jones Urges President Trump to Eliminate Payment Limits for Farmers and Ranchers Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
April 28, 2020 Tweet - "I'm working hard to ensure we are supporting Iowa's ag industry, and in turn, protecting our nation's food supply chain. We've seen the success of the #PaycheckProtectionProgram in Iowa, and that's why I'm seeking to expand this important program to help Iowa's ag businesses." Sen. Joni Ernst
April 30, 2020 Tweet - "Now more than ever, it's important we make sure our farmers & producers have the resources they need to get thru #COVID19, so that Iowans, & all Americans, can continue to have food on the grocery store shelves, in our food banks, & on our kitchen tables." Sen. Joni Ernst
May 6, 2020 Tweet - "Iowa is home to over 55 million egg laying hens, and with restaurants and other commercial facilities closed down or limiting operations, Iowa's egg industry has seen a drastic drop in demand. I'm calling on @USDA to support our egg farmers impacted by #COVID19." Sen. Joni Ernst
April 13, 2020 Letter to Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Romney, Colleagues Call on USDA to Assist Dairy Farmers Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
May 11, 2020 Tweet - "Iowa's pork producers are suffering from restaurant and meat processing plant closures. The crisis is immediate. I sent a bipartisan letter urging additional support for producers who are being forced to depopulate livestock herds." Sen. Joni Ernst
May 11, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House , and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Durbin Joins Bipartisan Group Of Senators In Urging Indemnity Support For Pork Producers Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
May 19, 2020 Tweet - "Iowa farmers are resilient, but this pandemic has challenged them. That's why I worked to provide them support by bolstering the CCC & giving @USDA the ability to provide direct assistance. Thanks to @realdonaldtrump, relief is on the way to our farmers." Sen. Joni Ernst
June 2, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Secretary Sonny Perdue U.S. Department of Agriculture - Ernst, Iowa Leaders Call on USDA to Provide Assistance for Egg Producers Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
May 12, 2020 Letter to Hon. William Barr, U.S. Department of Justice Attorney General - Senator Doug Jones Calls on Justice Department to Investigate Potentially Illegal Practices by Beef Packers Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
June 15, 2020 Tweet - "Plant closures & reduced flocks remain a growing threat to our turkey growers, & food supply chain. @ChuckGrassley, @IAGovernor, @IADeptAg Sec. Naig & I are urging @USDA to provide assistance, thru the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program, to our state's turkey producers." Sen. Joni Ernst
June 15, 2020 Tweet - "I joined @SenJohnThune & @SenStabenow in urging @USDA to provide more flexibility for #Iowa farmers & eliminate the penalties for grazing, haying, or chopping cover crops as long as the activities are outside of the primary nesting season." Sen. Joni Ernst
June 24, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the US Department of Agriculture - Cassidy, Fischer, Colleagues Ask USDA to Fund "Last Mile' of Food Delivery to People in Need Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
June 30, 2020 Tweet - "Everywhere I went on my #99CountyTour last year, I heard consistently how important USMCA was for Iowa, & I fought to get it passed in the Senate & to @realdonaldtrump's desk. I was glad to join @FarmersForTrade for their celebration of this trade agreement's implementation." Sen. Joni Ernst
July 8, 2020 Tweet - "After hearing from Iowa's livestock producers, I worked hard in the #FarmBill to ensure @USDA had the resources it needs to safeguard against animal disease outbreaks. I'm glad to see @SecretarySonny invest in a vaccine bank--an important step toward securing our food supply chain" Sen. Joni Ernst
July 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Thune, Stabenow, Johnson, and Loebsack Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Urging USDA to Provide Flexibility for Harvesting and Grazing Cover Crops on Prevented Plant Acres Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
July 12, 2022 Letter to Doug McKalip, Senior Advisor, Office of the Secretary U.S. Department of Agriculture - Hoeven, Colleagues Urge USTR Agricultural Negotiator Nominee to Support U.S. Producers Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
July 14, 2022 Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Demanding Relaxation of Import Duties on Fertilizer Sen. Joni Ernst, ...
Date Title Politician
July 13, 2017 At Ag Hearing, Ernst Calls for Increased Trade Agreements to Strengthen Agricultural Economy & National Security Sen.Joni Ernst
Sept. 5, 2017 Letter to the Honorable Donald J. Trump, President of the United States - Withdraw from US Korea Free Trade Agreement Sen.Joni Ernst
Sept. 20, 2017 King, Ernst, Donnelly, Collins Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Promote American Agricultural Exports Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
Oct. 24, 2017 Heitkamp, Ernst Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Help Farmers Suffering from Low Commodity Prices Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
Jan. 8, 2018 Ernst Statement on Path Forward for Rural America Sen.Joni Ernst
Feb. 14, 2018 Senators Introduce Bill to Provide Certainty for Farmers and Ranchers Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
April 4, 2018 Ernst Statement on Tariffs Sen.Joni Ernst
April 12, 2018 Ernst Statement on White House Meeting to Discuss Agricultural Economy Sen.Joni Ernst
June 19, 2018 Sen. Ernst: Farmers Need Trade Deals, Not Tariffs Sen.Joni Ernst
June 28, 2018 Senate Farm Bill Delivers Certainty, Predictability to Farmers and Ranchers Sen.Joni Ernst
July 8, 2018 CBS "Face the Nation" - Transcript: Foreign Affairs and Trade Sen.Joni Ernst
June 28, 2018 Agriculture Sen.Joni Ernst
Oct. 27, 2018 Ernst Statement on USDA's Plans to Move Agencies Outside the Beltway Sen.Joni Ernst
Dec. 11, 2018 Ernst: "This Farm Bill Is Farmer-Focused and Welcome News for Iowans" Sen.Joni Ernst
March 27, 2019 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Thune Leads Colleagues in Urging USDA to Provide Timely Livestock Disaster Assistance Following Severe Weather Events Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
March 14, 2019 Letter to President Donald Trump - Senator Roberts Leads Group Calling for Certainty for Ag Biotech in China Trade Talks Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
June 19, 2019 Tweet - "SOON: I'll be chairing a @SmallBizCmte hearing focused on @SBAgov's efforts to aid communities and business devastated by the flooding in #Iowa, and across the country. @IowaSBDC director Lisa Shimkat will be testifying." Sen.Joni Ernst
Aug. 6, 2019 Tweet - "Obama's #WOTUS rule unfairly threatened Iowa's farmers & landowners. The Trump Admin has taken significant steps to rollback this rule, and my bill w/@SenatorBraun will provide a new, permanent definition that will ensure predictability for Iowans for years to come." Sen.Joni Ernst
Sept. 10, 2019 Tweet - "10 reasons why Iowans, and all Americans, need the #USMCAnow-- cc: @SpeakerPelosi" Sen.Joni Ernst
Oct. 21, 2019 Tweet - "Since we passed the #FarmBill--which included legislation I fought for to legalize industrial hemp--I've been hearing from many #Iowa farmers on my #99CountyTour about their interest in growing hemp to diversify their crops." Sen.Joni Ernst
Oct. 31, 2019 Tweet - "It's time for @SpeakerPelosi and @HouseDemocrats to prioritize the business of the American people over partisan games. Do your jobs so that #Iowa farmers, manufacturers, and business owners can do theirs. Pass the #USMCAnow." Sen.Joni Ernst
Oct. 30, 2019 Tweet - "Thank you to all the Iowa farmers who took time away from harvesting to share with @EPA today that 15B means 15B. We'll keep fighting to make sure they uphold the #RFS." Sen.Joni Ernst
Dec. 19, 2019 Tweet - "After shaking hands in the Oval Office this fall, @EPA had an opportunity to restore the broken trust of farmers and to follow through on the president's commitment, but it appears they've missed the mark…again." Sen.Joni Ernst
Dec. 20, 2019 Tweet - "Today marks the one-year anniversary of the 2018 #FarmBill! From strengthening conservation programs to providing critical mental health support through my FARMERS FIRST Act, the Farm Bill has provided certainty for our farmers and strong support for our rural communities." Sen.Joni Ernst
Feb. 20, 2020 Tweet - "Proud to help secure support for a critical dredging project on the Miss. River, which will give Iowa farmers better access to markets. In fact, soybean farmers estimate it could give them a $71 mil. boost. Thanks to @ChipFlory for having me on to discuss! #AgriTalk" Sen.Joni Ernst
Feb. 13, 2020 Letter to Charles Rettig, Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service - Ernst, Grassley Call for Prompt Biodiesel Tax Credit Processing Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
March 25, 2020 Ernst: "You can always count on a farmer.' Sen.Joni Ernst
March 24, 2020 Tweet - "Even in these challenging times, the resiliency and the tenacity of Iowa's farmers is unchanging. And during this #COVID19 pandemic, we continue to rely on your hard work and commitment as you feed and fuel the world. On this #NationalAgDay, thank you!" Sen.Joni Ernst
April 2, 2020 Tweet - "The @IAcattlemen I spoke to earlier this week were clear: they need help now. I'm calling on @USDA to provide immediate assistance to our cattle producers in Iowa, & across the country, through the resources we've provided in our bipartisan relief package." Sen.Joni Ernst
April 14, 2020 Ernst Calls for Clarity, Access to Relief for Iowa's Farmers, Ag Industries Sen.Joni Ernst
April 13, 2020 Tweet - "The decrease in fuel consumption during #COVID19 has left biofuels facilities little choice but to idle production or close completely. Keeping these plants open is vital for #Iowa's economy, & @ChuckGrassley & I are calling on @USDA to provide relief." Sen.Joni Ernst
April 16, 2020 Ernst, Joined by Sec. Naig, Hosts Telephone Town Hall with Iowa's Farmers, Producers Sen.Joni Ernst
April 24, 2020 Letter to President Donald Trump - Senator Doug Jones Urges President Trump to Eliminate Payment Limits for Farmers and Ranchers Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
April 28, 2020 Tweet - "I'm working hard to ensure we are supporting Iowa's ag industry, and in turn, protecting our nation's food supply chain. We've seen the success of the #PaycheckProtectionProgram in Iowa, and that's why I'm seeking to expand this important program to help Iowa's ag businesses." Sen.Joni Ernst
April 30, 2020 Tweet - "Now more than ever, it's important we make sure our farmers & producers have the resources they need to get thru #COVID19, so that Iowans, & all Americans, can continue to have food on the grocery store shelves, in our food banks, & on our kitchen tables." Sen.Joni Ernst
May 6, 2020 Tweet - "Iowa is home to over 55 million egg laying hens, and with restaurants and other commercial facilities closed down or limiting operations, Iowa's egg industry has seen a drastic drop in demand. I'm calling on @USDA to support our egg farmers impacted by #COVID19." Sen.Joni Ernst
April 13, 2020 Letter to Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the Dept. of Agriculture - Romney, Colleagues Call on USDA to Assist Dairy Farmers Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
May 11, 2020 Tweet - "Iowa's pork producers are suffering from restaurant and meat processing plant closures. The crisis is immediate. I sent a bipartisan letter urging additional support for producers who are being forced to depopulate livestock herds." Sen.Joni Ernst
May 11, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Mitch McConnell, Senate Majority Leader, the Hon. Charles Schumer, Senate Minority Leader, the Hon. Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House , and the Hon. Kevin McCarthy, House Minority Leader - Durbin Joins Bipartisan Group Of Senators In Urging Indemnity Support For Pork Producers Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
May 19, 2020 Tweet - "Iowa farmers are resilient, but this pandemic has challenged them. That's why I worked to provide them support by bolstering the CCC & giving @USDA the ability to provide direct assistance. Thanks to @realdonaldtrump, relief is on the way to our farmers." Sen.Joni Ernst
June 2, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Secretary Sonny Perdue U.S. Department of Agriculture - Ernst, Iowa Leaders Call on USDA to Provide Assistance for Egg Producers Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
May 12, 2020 Letter to Hon. William Barr, U.S. Department of Justice Attorney General - Senator Doug Jones Calls on Justice Department to Investigate Potentially Illegal Practices by Beef Packers Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
June 15, 2020 Tweet - "Plant closures & reduced flocks remain a growing threat to our turkey growers, & food supply chain. @ChuckGrassley, @IAGovernor, @IADeptAg Sec. Naig & I are urging @USDA to provide assistance, thru the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program, to our state's turkey producers." Sen.Joni Ernst
June 15, 2020 Tweet - "I joined @SenJohnThune & @SenStabenow in urging @USDA to provide more flexibility for #Iowa farmers & eliminate the penalties for grazing, haying, or chopping cover crops as long as the activities are outside of the primary nesting season." Sen.Joni Ernst
June 24, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of the US Department of Agriculture - Cassidy, Fischer, Colleagues Ask USDA to Fund "Last Mile' of Food Delivery to People in Need Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
June 30, 2020 Tweet - "Everywhere I went on my #99CountyTour last year, I heard consistently how important USMCA was for Iowa, & I fought to get it passed in the Senate & to @realdonaldtrump's desk. I was glad to join @FarmersForTrade for their celebration of this trade agreement's implementation." Sen.Joni Ernst
July 8, 2020 Tweet - "After hearing from Iowa's livestock producers, I worked hard in the #FarmBill to ensure @USDA had the resources it needs to safeguard against animal disease outbreaks. I'm glad to see @SecretarySonny invest in a vaccine bank--an important step toward securing our food supply chain" Sen.Joni Ernst
July 12, 2020 Letter to the Hon. Sonny Perdue, Secretary of Agriculture - Thune, Stabenow, Johnson, and Loebsack Lead Bipartisan, Bicameral Letter Urging USDA to Provide Flexibility for Harvesting and Grazing Cover Crops on Prevented Plant Acres Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
July 12, 2022 Letter to Doug McKalip, Senior Advisor, Office of the Secretary U.S. Department of Agriculture - Hoeven, Colleagues Urge USTR Agricultural Negotiator Nominee to Support U.S. Producers Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
July 14, 2022 Letter to Joseph Biden, President of the United States - Demanding Relaxation of Import Duties on Fertilizer Sen.Joni Ernst, ...
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