Ahead of Farm Bill Negotiations, Davids Resumes Farm Bill Listening Tour at Olathe Produce Farm

OLATHE, KS – Today, Representative Sharice Davids visited a multi-generational produce farm in Olathe to launch the second phase of her Farm Bill listening tour. During her visit, she toured the operation and held discussions with the farm owners and agribusiness leaders, reaffirming her commitment to crafting a bipartisan Farm Bill that addresses the needs of Kansas agriculture.

With Congress extending the Farm Bill until September 30, 2025 and negotiations set to resume soon, Davids is reconnecting with Kansas farmers, producers, and ranchers during her tour to gather input on their priorities. Davids, a member of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee, was recently named Ranking Member of the General Farm Commodities, Risk Management, and Credit Subcommittee.

“Farmers, ranchers, and producers are the backbone of our economy and communities, and it’s critical that their voices guide the upcoming Farm Bill negotiations,” said Davids. “By continuing to connect with agricultural leaders across the Third District, I’m committed to ensuring the next Farm Bill supports the needs of every operation, from multi-generational farms like Bowlin Farms to our specialty crop growers and beyond.”

“At Bowlin Farms, we’re passionate about sharing the story behind our food, so our customers can feel confident knowing where it comes from and how it's made,” said Steve Bowlin, owner, Bowlin Farms. “We appreciate Rep. Davids visiting our family farm and for her work crafting a Farm Bill that works for producers like me.”

Davids visited Bowlin Farms, a family-owned and operated farm specializing in produce and crops. As a member of the Kansas City Food Hub, the farm supplies fresh food to local school districts, including Gardner and Spring Hill, frequently participates in farmers markets, and hosts student field trips to educate young people about where their food comes from.

During her visit, Davids was joined by representatives from various organizations, including the State of Kansas, Kansas Specialty Crop Growers Association, Kansas Farmers Union, Kansas Viticulture and Farm Winery Association, Kansas Department of Education, Kansas Rural Center, National Crop Insurance Services, and Olathe Farmers Market.

To prepare for the Farm Bill discussion, Davids embarked on a Farm Bill listening tour, where she visited a poultry and livestock operation in Anderson County, a co-op in Franklin County, a goat farm in Miami County, an organic vegetable farm in Johnson County, and an educational community farm in Wyandotte County. Davids also toured a Garnett-based renewable ethanol producer, participated in FFA activities at Spring Hill High School, served a school lunch at Black Bob Elementary in Olathe, spoke with industry leaders on financial support programs for farmers, toured a dairy farm in Garnett, and more.