American Farm Bureau Federation - The Voice of Agriculture
WEB4 days ago · 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.
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.
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WEBOct 1, 2024 · News. 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 …
Crop Insurance 101: The Basics - American Farm Bureau Federation
WEBMay 2, 2024 · Summary. Crop insurance remains a crucial safeguard for farmers, tracing back to the Great Depression and evolving into a vital tool amidst today's market and weather volatility. Supported by a partnership among the federal government, private insurers and farmers, it offers tailored protection against diverse risks for …
15 Fantastic Food and Farm Facts - American Farm Bureau …
WEBAug 15, 2017 · Fifteen fantastic facts about agriculture to whet your appetite for the Food and Farm Facts book are below. Ninety-nine percent of all U.S. farms are owned by individuals, family partnerships or family corporations. Farmers will have to grow 70 percent more food than what is currently produced to feed the world’s growing population by 2050.
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.
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 ...
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WEBFarm Bureau is working to help its members achieve their goals through savings on the products and services they need to keep their operations running smoothly. On behalf of Farm Bureau’s nearly 5.9 million members, Farm Bureau is thankful for our national member benefit partners and the value they add to every membership.
Farmers Can Expect Limited Disaster Support from the Latest ERP …
WEBNov 9, 2023 · On Oct. 27 USDA announced the allocation of more than $3 billion to support commodity and specialty crop producers impacted by natural disasters in 2022 through a modified continuation of the Emergency Relief Program (ERP). Though initially welcomed by farmers and ranchers recovering from exceptional drought conditions, severe hurricanes, derechos, flooding and other natural disasters, a ...