Our state government (ME) has proposed cutting 4.8 million dollars from dairy subsidies for at least the next two years and probably more. I know many dairy farmers and plan to be one, but I don't feel concerned about this. Should I? The big farms are the only ones who will suffer as a result of the cuts, and I think they are part of the reason why milk prices are low anyways. Nevertheless, our Farm Bureau committee just sent out an email asking all of us to be there for the hearing last week, saying that we need to show our "solidarity". I don't think that is small dairies were having problems, the large operations would be rushing to our aid. Am I wrong to feel slightly bitter/angry about this? It is just really discouraging because I really want to get into this business after I finish school and everything is looking south for the industry. :frowns:
Thoughts?
Thoughts?