…property is impacted. “Farmers are dedicated to protecting the resources they’re entrusted with while raising the food our country relies on,” said AFBF President Zippy Duvall. “We support responsible rules…
Fertilizer Prices Creating Concern for Farmers
…farmers across the country,” American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) President Zippy Duvall said in a press release. “The rising cost of supplies is slowing down the momentum America’s farmers were…
Farm Bureau Announces 2022 Convention Keynote Speakers
…leadership skills in both the military and business worlds. Allen is in his fifth decade as a working comedian. Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall says, “We are excited to celebrate,…
Proposed Water Rule a Return to “Overreach”
…the idea. The proposed rule would re-establish the pre-2015 definition of “Waters of the U.S.” American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall says his group is disappointed that the agency is…
Passage of Infrastructure Investment Bill Largely Supported by Ag
…country fed, especially as we see widespread supply chain challenges,” said American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. “Bipartisan efforts such as the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act provide commonsense…
Tariff Agreement with EU Reopens Doors for US Agriculture Exports
…Office states the global arrangement reflects a joint commitment to use trade policy to confront the threats of climate change and global market distortion. American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy…
Fish and Wildlife Service Seeks to Reverse Trump Era Rules
…consistency with Biden administration objectives. The American Farm Bureau Federation calls the effort a disappointment. Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall says, “The Biden administration has proposed three different changes to…
Rod Snyder Appointment to EPA Praised by Farm Groups
…important issues facing agriculture that will require effective communication with EPA, including the new WOTUS rule, among other initiatives and regulations,” American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall said in a…
USDA’s Climate-Smart Initiative Celebrated by Industry Members
…environment, our farms and ranches, and rural communities,” said American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. “Reducing barriers, addressing challenges, and encouraging opportunities for all farmers and ranchers, no matter…
Ag Groups Seek Supreme Court Appeal of Proposition 12
…address either of those issues,” said AFBF President Zippy Duvall. “Farmers know the best way to care for their animals. This law takes away the flexibility to ensure hogs are…
AFBF Urges USDA to Address Supply Chain Issues
…priorities for USDA to consider in response to President Joe Biden’s Executive Order on America’s Supply Chains. AFBF President Zippy Duvall states, “our nation has witnessed vulnerabilities throughout the supply…
Navigable Waters Protection Rule Vacated by Federal Judge
…frustration from the agricultural industry. “AFBF is extremely disappointed in the ruling to vacate the Navigable Waters Protection Rule,” American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said in a press…
Contract Producers Eligible for Assistance Under Recent CFAP 2 Update
…contract growers were left out and worked with lawmakers and the administration to ensure all farmers’ voices were being heard,” American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said in a…
EPA Moves to End Chlorpyrifos Use on National Scale
…commitment and takes away an important tool to manage pests and insects,” AFBF President Zippy Duvall said in a press release. “We urge EPA officials not to make determinations on…