…that farmers are treated fairly in relation to conservation compliance. “Farmers deserve a fair process and clarity, including an understanding of the exemptions authorized by Congress,” said AFBF President Zippy…
2021 Application Open: Top-10 New Products Competition, Sponsored by Bank of America
…Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall at the World Ag Expo 2020 Opening Ceremonies Top-10 Winners are recognized with a plaque at World Ag Expo® opening ceremonies, marked on show maps,…
Additional Coronavirus Relief Critical to Farm Businesses
…additional $20 billion to the U.S. Department of Agriculture to help farmers and ranchers. The following statement may be attributed to American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall: Duvall “We are…
Report Issued in USDA Investigation into Beef Markets
…President Zippy Duvall said in a press release. “We are reviewing the policy recommendations the USDA put forth in the report and look forward to working with them and Congress…
More Targeted COVID-19 Relief Sought by Agricultural Industry
…and American businesses impacted by the ongoing economic crisis,” AFBF President Zippy Duvall wrote in a letter. “As the Senate works to develop a new round of bipartisan COVID-19 relief,…
Growing Climate Solutions Act Promotes Farmer Engagement with Carbon Market
…President Zippy Duvall said in a news release. “We are grateful to Senators Braun and Stabenow for consulting us on their efforts to bring clarity and validity to a voluntary,…
New SECURE Rule Updates Biotech Regulations
…time when agriculture is facing many economic headwinds, the science-based rule provides the opportunity to solve current and future challenges for agricultural production and food security,” AFBF President Zippy Duvall…
Disaster Loan Program Needs ‘Several Changes’
…afloat during this pandemic,” AFBF President Zippy Duvall said in a news release. “COVID-19 has created an unprecedented impact on almost all markets, and farmers are struggling to pay employees…
Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall Named to Economic Revival Group
WASHINGTON – April 15, 2020 – American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall will join the Great American Economic Revival Industry Group focused on agriculture. President Donald Trump created 17…
EPA Report Shows American Ag Reduced GHG Emissions
…American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall said of the findings, “We’re doing more with less and proud to lead the world in agricultural advances,” adding, “smarter farming, new strategies and…
AFBF Details How Stimulus Funding Can Best Serve Producers
…Corporation. “I consistently hear from growers around the country the imperative need to get financial assistance into producers’ hands immediately. Timing is crucial,” AFBF President Zippy Duvall said in the…
State Department Addresses H-2A Issue with Interview Waivers
…source,” said American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. “Workers in the H-2A program represent 20% of the country’s farm workforce, so their contributions are necessary as we enter a…
Farmers Could Potentially Be Looking at Another MFP Roll Out
There’s been talk of potentially issuing another round of Market Facilitation payments to farmers due to the Coronavirus. American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall says the Coronavirus has complicated things…
AFBF Outlines Coronavirus Concerns for Agriculture
…to help you win this fight and to ensure the health, safety and prosperity of all America,” AFBF President Zippy Duvall said in a letter addressed to Secretary of Agriculture…