 Boozman, however, told Politico that farmers would be better off if lawmakers passed another farm bill extension to allow more time to improve commodity programs instead of settling for a bill that doesn't do enough. Ag Senator running for Senate GOP leader John Thune also hopes for a farm bill deal, but says the Senate calendar is so full before and after the election that he expects another extension. Thune said it is important to lower input costs, particularly energy, and shore up the commodity title and risk management programs.