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U.S. Sen. Tom Harkin announced today he will be sponsoring three farm bill listening sessions on March 24 as a part of his role as chair of the Senate Agriculture Committee.

• 9:30 a.m. - North Scott High School Cafeteria, 200 S. 1st St., Eldridge
• 12:45 p.m. - Northeast Iowa Community College, Conference Center, 10250 Sundown Rd., Peosta
• 4 p.m. - CR Prairie High School Auditorium, 401 76th Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids

"As we begin drafting the 2007 Farm Bill, it is important to hear you comments and suggestions," said Harkin. "The best ideas come from my constituents who are directly affected by farm and rural policies. I look forward to hearing from you at these upcoming meetings."

For more information or if you have special needs, call (515) 284-4574.