(NAFB.com) – Farm Credit Council President and CEO Christy Seyfert made a statement after Senate agricultural leaders called for expanded agriculture assistance in the upcoming continuing resolution. “Farm Credit thanks Chairmen Boozman and Hoeven for championing expanded agriculture assistance,” Seyfert said. “Many row crop and specialty crop producers continue to struggle because of economic and weather pressures outside their control.” Seyfert also affirmed that the proposal will help farmers and ranchers until updated Farm Bill programs take effect this Fall. “Further, including increased FSA loan limits is an important step in ensuring farmers and ranchers can access credit to survive this downturn and expand their operations in the Future.” She also said Farm Credit has supported increasing these loan limits since the beginning of the Farm Bill process. Farm Credit also appreciates the Senators’ work on this vital provision and looks forward to working with FSA in leveraging this enhanced tool to strengthen farmers, ranchers, and rural communities.