Every year, Chuck commits to traveling to all62 counties in New York to meet with constituents.
On December 6th, 2024, Standing at Casler Family Farm in Little Falls, U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer revealed how the vital Dairy Margin Coverage Program (DMC) Mohawk Valley dairy farmers rely on is in limbo as the program is set to expire, which could have farmers facing a “dairy cliff,’ – an outcome that could double wallop farmers and consumers.
Schumer explained the DMC, which offers monthly price support payments from the feds to dairy farmers, will end this month and if no action is taken would lead to less support for our farmers, severe supply chain disruptions, and an increase in the price of milk. Schumer said it is imperative we protect this program to ensure Upstate New York dairy farmers have the support and safety net they need.