The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, with conservation groups praising key provisions that support farmers, ranchers, and wildlife habitat. The bill cleared the chamber 224-200 with bipartisan backing. Ducks Unlimited highlighted the importance of the legislation’s conservation title, which maintains $10 billion in funding for voluntary, incentive-based programs that help producers improve land stewardship while remaining productive. “The voluntary, incentive-based programs included in the Farm Bill’s conservation title are the foundation for our partnerships with the agriculture community,” said Adam Putnam, CEO of Ducks Unlimited. Supporters say these programs benefit U.S. farmers and ranchers by improving soil health, water management, and long-term productivity, while also enhancing wildlife habitat. By combining conservation with profitability, the bill aims to strengthen rural economies and ensure producers can continue supplying food while protecting natural resources.
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