…shortage,” AFBF President Zippy Duvall said in a news release. “I commend Sens. Ossoff and Tillis for standing up for farmers and urge Congress to pass this critical legislation.” The…
Farm Bureau Signs MOU on Right to Repair
…John Deere earlier this year. “Farmers and ranchers are more dependent on technology than ever before,” says Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall, “so it’s critical they have access to the…
Ag Safety Awareness Week: “Lead the Way in Agriculture”
…important,” says American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall. “We encourage farmers and ranchers to take the time to make safety a priority during this week and throughout the year.” The…
First 2023 House Agriculture Committee Hearing Focuses on Challenges
…and fuel costs,” Scott said. “The cause of inflation isn’t singular in nature; it is the result of a variety of factors.” American Farm Bureau president Zippy Duval was among…
FACA Farm Bill Priorities Heralded by Industry Members
…farmers continue to meet the growing needs of America’s families, and the farm bill helps make that possible,” said American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. “We look forward to…
WOTUS Lawsuit Challenges ‘Vague and Unpredictable Standards’
…Bureau Federation (AFBF) President Zippy Duvall. “We believe a judge will recognize these regulations exceed the scope of the Clean Water Act, and direct EPA to develop rules that enable…
Farm Bureau Recognizes Young Farmers and Ranchers Competition Winners
Recognizing young farmers and ranchers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Stacie Anderson, Excellence in Ag winner; AFBF President Zippy Duvall; YF&R Chair Alisha Schwertner; and Melissa Bufford,…
Farm Bureau Names 2023 Farm Dog of the Year
…partner with Purina for the fifth annual Farm Dog of the Year contest, providing the public a look into daily life on the farm,” said AFBF President Zippy Duvall. “Farmers…
John Deere Agrees to Right to Repair Under Certain Conditions
…themselves, to help control costs,” AFBF President Zippy Duvall said in a press release. “The MOU commits John Deere to ensuring farmers and independent repair facilities have access to many…
The Start of The New Year Sees New WOTUS Rule
…exemptions for irrigation ditches and stock ponds, but the overall rule is still unworkable for America’s farm families,” AFBF President Zippy Duvall said in a press release. “The back and…
Biden Echoes Industry Groups in Desire to Avoid Rail Strike
…urge Congress to act now,” said American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. “America’s economy is driven, in large part, on its rail system, which makes the smooth operation of…
Thanksgiving Dinner Cost Up 20% per Farm Bureau Survey
…to serve a family of 10 with plenty for leftovers. “We should not take our food supply for granted,” said AFBF President Zippy Duvall. “Supporting sustainable productive agriculture in the…
Oral Arguments in Prop 12 Case Underway in Supreme Court
…country,” said AFBF President Zippy Duvall. “At the heart of this argument is whether one state can set the rules for the entire country. Proposition 12 has the potential to…
Turkeys May Cost More This Thanksgiving
…in August compared to the same time last year. Despite the higher prices, there should be enough turkeys available for the Thanksgiving demand. AFBF President Zippy Duvall says “HPAI outbreaks…