Farm bill backers rally on House . Senate Democrat are sharply divided on the issue . Failure to pass a comprehensive farm bill could result in major political and economic fallout . For their part , top Senate Republicans have indicated support for a short-term extension if the Senate 's five-year bill ca n't get through the House . The House passed a new farm bill with a bipartisan vote in this fall .
Farm bill backers rally on House . Senate Democrat are sharply divided on the issue . Failure to pass a comprehensive farm bill could result in major political and economic fallout . The House passed a new farm bill with a bipartisan vote in this fall .