The House is planning to take up a five-year farm bill that defies some of the usual political battle lines. The debate this week will feature a fight over ethanol and pesticides. The bill covers a broad range of agricultural policies, but the article notes only the planning stage and the unusual bipartisan approach. Key data: The bill spans five years, a departure from typical shorter-term farm legislation. Outlook: The upcoming debate may reshape farm policy, though details remain unclear.