American Farm Bureau Federation - The Voice of Agriculture
WEBSep 5, 2024 · Meet Skippy, Farm Bureau’s 2024 Farm Dog of the Year. American Farm Bureau Federation is the unified national voice of agriculture, working through our grassroots organizations to enhance and strengthen the lives of rural Americans and to build strong, prosperous agricultural communities.
Presidential Candidate Questionnaire | American Farm Bureau …
WEB6 days ago · For more than 40 years, Farm Bureau has asked every presidential candidate to provide responses to issues likely to impact and affect farmers and ranchers and rural communities in the next 4 years. Both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have provided their answers. The responses have been unedited and we …
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WEBNews. A comprehensive news feed that includes news releases, mentions in the press, a bi-weekly audio podcast, and Farm Bureau® News. Stay informed about the latest developments and current events related to agriculture and our organization's activities.
Farm Bureau® News | Section Home - American Farm Bureau …
WEBAug 5, 2024 · Farm Bureau® News provides in-depth coverage of agriculture-related legislative and regulatory activity via an e-newsletter and website. Farm Bureau® News addresses a full range of issues and topics, with a focus on farmers' and ranchers' priorities, such as the farm bill, trade, agricultural labor reform and regulations.
What We Do - American Farm Bureau Federation
WEBThe American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture strives to build awareness, understanding and a positive perception of agriculture through education. The Foundation offers a variety of fun and engaging standards-based programs and activities at all grade levels for educators, volunteers and families. The American Farm Bureau Federation ...
Fast Facts About Agriculture & Food - American Farm Bureau …
WEBFarming accounts for about 1% of the U.S. gross domestic product. In 2023, $174.9 billion worth of American agricultural products were exported around the world. About 6% of U.S. farms market foods locally through direct-to-consumer sales. The pounds of feed (grain, forage, etc.) a dairy cow needs to eat to produce 100 pounds of milk has ...
2022’s Top Ag Issues and A Look Ahead
WEBJan 4, 2023 · The high cost of fuel severely impacted farmers and ranchers, especially as they navigated the fall harvest season. The cost of fertilizer increased by more than 60% from 2021 to 2022. Thankfully, at our urging, the U.S. International Trade Commission rejected proposed tariffs on imports of a key fertilizer ingredient.
Issues - American Farm Bureau Federation
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Who We Are - American Farm Bureau Federation
WEBFor more than 100 years, the American Farm Bureau Federation has been the national, unified Voice of Agriculture. AFBF was organized on November 12, 1919, in Chicago by Farm Bureau leaders from 34 states to give farmers and ranchers a voice and a seat at the table in shaping policy that impacts farm and ranch families across the country.
Get Involved | American Farm Bureau Federation
WEBFarm Bureau continues to evolve to serve the needs of members and their families on and off the farm or ranch. The Farm Bureau legacy includes leadership within local communities, advocacy on rural issues, public service and outreach, agriculture literacy and sustainability initiatives that respect farmers’ and ranchers’ stewardship efforts.