…recently introduced the bill, which has received support from the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF). According to AFBF President Zippy Duvall, labor continues to be the issue he hears about…
Farm Bureau Pushes Congress to Act on Labor and Farm Bill Priorities
…President of Public Policy and Economic Analysis for the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), Congress has a narrow window to deliver meaningful solutions. During an interview with “The Ag Meter”…
Senate Farm Bill Draft Advances with New Support for Agriculture
…(AFBF), said the proposal includes several important policy improvements designed to strengthen agriculture and expand resources available to producers. Among the highlights are increased loan limits and additional financing options…
American Farm Bureau’s Bailey Corwine on Farm Policy, Mental Health, Leadership, and Agriculture’s Future
Bailey Corwine American Farm Bureau As agriculture continues to navigate economic challenges, policy uncertainty, labor concerns, and emerging livestock threats, the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) remains focused on advocating…
Farm Dog of the Year 2027: Nominations Now Open
Farmers and ranchers across the country have a new opportunity to spotlight their most loyal partners—their farm dogs. The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) has officially opened nominations for the…
California Farmers in Focus at Farm Bureau Convention
California Agriculture Takes Center Stage at the American Farm Bureau Convention Shannon Douglas with “the Ag Meter” at the AFBF Convention California agriculture took the national spotlight at the American…
Brooke Rollins Warns California Agriculture Faces an Existential Threat
Secretary of Agriculture Addresses Farm Bureau, Water, Labor, and State Overreach U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins Photo by Nick Papagni, “the Ag Meter” at the 2026 AFBF Convention Speaking at…
USDA Opens Sign-Up for Supplemental Disaster Relief Program
…Federation (AFBF) economist Danny Munch in a report from AgNet West’s Lorrie Boyer. USDA Opens Sign-Up for Supplemental Disaster Relief Program Who Is Eligible for the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program?…
Off-Farm Income Keeps Many Farms Running
…AFBF Market Intel Report, just 23% of farm household income came from farming itself. The remaining 77% came from other sources. Courtersy of AFBF In 2023, 96% of farm operators…
Death Taxes Loom as Threat to Family Farms
Several key provisions of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act are scheduled to expire this year, and the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) is urging Congress to act. The…
Proposed Fees on Chinese-Linked Ships Could Increase Costs for U.S. Farmers
…ships built in China would face fees as high as $1.5 million. According to an analysis by the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), the new costs could add between $372…
U.S. Trade Deficit Discussed at AFBF FUSION Conference
…products like fresh fruits and vegetables. U.S. Trade Deficit Discussed at AFBF FUSION Conference Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products July 1, 2026 CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026…
AFBF Duvall Discusses Concerns Over Tariffs
DepositPhotos image American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) President Zippy Duvall discusses concerns over tariffs imposed by President Trump on Mexico, Canada, and China, which could increase the cost of agricultural…
AFBF Highlights Challenges Faced by Farmers and Producers
DepositPhotos image The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) highlights the challenges faced by farmers and producers due to the inconsistent application of the Clean Water Act and the Waters of…