…may have a gold standard reputation for agriculture statistics globally, U.S. farmers’ confidence in their reports has unfortunately declined,” AFBF President Zippy Duvall said in a statement. “We hope the…
Dr. Jewel Bronaugh Nominated for Deputy Secretary of Agriculture
…American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said in a press release. “Dr. Bronaugh’s work as Virginia’s Agriculture Commissioner and her previous experience as state director of USDA’s Farm Service…
Monarch Butterfly Not Endangered, But Will Continued to Be Monitored
…populations will be reviewed annually. American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall was supportive of the announcement, noting that the agricultural community will do what it can to help struggling…
Michael Regan Nominated as The Next Leader of EPA
…making decisions guided by science that also take into account input from the people who would be impacted the most,” American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said in a…
Agricultural Groups Pleased with Latest Stimulus Package
…rural Americans,” American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said in a news release. “Farmers who were left out of previous aid packages or whose losses were far more devastating…
Registration Open for 2021 AFBF Virtual Convention
…in agriculture. Some of the featured live events will include AFBF President Zippy Duvall’s annual address, the Ag Innovation Challenge, and the Young Farmers and Ranchers competitions. There will also…
Biden Selects Katherine Tai to be Next U.S. Trade Representative
…agreements while working with our trade partners to expand market access for America’s farmers as they lead the world in growing healthy, affordable food,” American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy…
Reintroducing U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack
…sector is far more complex than most people understand,” American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall said in a press release. “He believes in a ‘big tent’ philosophy that supports all…
California Farm Bureau Kicks Off 102 Annual Meeting Virtually
…Zippy Duvall regarding climate change initiatives during day two of the conference. The annual meeting is free to members and runs through December 9. Visit the CFBF website for more…
Farm Bureau Stepping Up in Dean Foods Legal Proceedings
…predatory lawyers for bullying dairy farmers at a time when many are struggling to keep their farms running,” AFBF President Zippy Duvall said in a news release. “It’s ludicrous to…
Food and Agriculture Climate Alliance Outlines Policy Recommendations
…have policies that respected our farmers among other priorities. I’m pleased to report that these recommendations do just that,” AFBF President Zippy Duvall said during a video conference. “We united…
H-2A Wages to Remain Stable Over the Next Two Years
…the majority of H-2A employers provides stability during the uncertainty created by the pandemic and trade imbalances,” said American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall. “While this decision does not solve…
Stopgap Funding Bill with Farming Support Moves Forward
…by America’s farmers and ranchers. For years, funding the CCC has been a bipartisan commitment,” American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall said in a news release. “While we were disappointed…
Trump, Biden Outline Agricultural Priorities
…reform and sustainability. AFBF President Zippy Duvall “The views of Farm Bureau members are as diverse as the food that is grown in this country, but we share the same…