Peters Honored for Record on Michigan Agriculture & Food Security

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U.S. Representative Gary Peters this week was honored by the National Farmers Union for his work standing up for Michigan family farmers and agricultural producers and tackling food insecurity. Peters earned the National Farmers Union's Golden Triangle Award, the highest legislative honor. Peters has been outspoken about the need for a comprehensive Farm Bill that does not separate nutrition funding from agricultural policy.

"Michigan cannot afford to allow Washington to make the uncertainty in our economy worse - whether that means food security for their family or long-term investments in our farmers and agricultural producers," said Peters. "I will continue to make sure these concerns are heard and Congress focuses on developing solutions and not out of touch policies like splitting the Farm Bill, which just doesn't make sense."

"Recipients of the Golden Triangle Award have been strong advocates for family farmers and ranchers, and support similar principles and policies as Farmers Union," said NFU President Roger Johnson. "We are pleased to honor those who have proven to be true allies of our organization and our members across the country."

The Golden Triangle Award is based on NFU's symbol -- a triangle with "legislation" and "cooperation" forming the sides and "education" the base. The Golden Triangle Awards have been presented to legislators since 1988.

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