NGFA applauds Senate committee for advancing Grain Standards Act reauthorisation

(Posted on 27/10/25)

The National Grain and Feed Association (NGFA) in the USA has applauded the Senate Agriculture Committee for marking up and advancing legislation to reauthorise the U.S. Grain Standards Act (USGSA). This action demonstrates strong bipartisan recognition of the essential role that official grain inspection and weighing play in supporting U.S. agriculture, trade, and food security.

“This is a pivotal moment for the grain value chain,” said NGFA President and CEO Mike Seyfert. “By moving this bill forward, the Senate Agriculture Committee is helping to ensure continuity, reliability and innovation in the grain inspection system that underpins the competitiveness of U.S. grain in global markets.”

NGFA also extended its appreciation to Senate Agriculture Committee Chair John Boozman (R-Ark.) and Ranking Member Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) for their leadership in securing a markup that reflects the needs of the industry. Their commitment to shepherding the legislation through committee highlights the bipartisan nature of this effort and the critical importance of USGSA reauthorisation.

Key provisions of the legislation under consideration align with NGFA priorities, including:

Renewing vital inspection and weighing authorities scheduled to expire

Strengthening transparency and accountability at the Federal Grain Inspection Service (FGIS)

Leveraging modern technology to enhance efficiency and reduce burdens

Adjusting the scope of user fee caps to broaden resource capacity for essential services

“Modernization, efficiency and stability are nonnegotiables for the participants across the supply chain — from producers, elevators and processors to exporters,” Seyfert added. “This markup is a strong step forward, and we urge the full Senate to act swiftly to pass the reauthorization so it can reach President Trump’s desk.”

NGFA looks forward to continuing to work with Senate leaders, committee members, and staff to finalise and secure passage of the United States Grain Standards Act reauthorisation.

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