…special use valuation is an important tool to help farmers and ranchers navigate the difficult process of estate planning,” American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said in a press…
Ag Innovation Challenge from Farm Bureau Accepting Applications
…encouraged to submit an online application. “Farm Bureau members across the country continue to grapple with a number of challenges associated with the pandemic,” AFBF President Zippy Duvall said in…
New Report Shows Need for Agricultural Research Investment
…for agricultural research cannot be overstated,” American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) President Zippy Duvall said during a media briefing. “The research conducted in this nation at public land grant universities…
Ag Groups Concerned About Mexico’s Trade Actions
…Zippy Duvall said in a news release. “We built strong trade ties with Mexico through NAFTA and improved upon them with USMCA, but recent moves by Mexico to limit American…
Katherine Tai Confirmed as New U.S. Trade Representative
…Katherine Tai on her confirmation to serve as the next United States Trade Representative,” American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said in a press release. “We have a great…
Legislation Introduced to Repeal Federal Estate Tax
…fuel. The tax code should encourage farm business growth, not add to uncertainty,” American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) President Zippy Duvall said in a press release. “Eliminating the estate tax…
Legislation Introduced to Improve Cattle Market Transparency
…don’t control the prices they are paid for their products and those raising livestock have legitimate questions about pricing,” American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said in a news…
FACA Expands Membership and Narrows Its Focus
…Federation (AFBF) President Zippy Duvall said in a press release. “The growth of alliance members from a wide range of industries shows we are on the right path toward protecting…
American Farm Bureau Seeking CFAP Application Extension
…for assistance through CFAP. The program has served as an important lifeline for farmers and ranchers struggling during the pandemic. AFBF President Zippy Duvall sent a letter to newly confirmed…
Senate Confirms Tom Vilsack as Agriculture Secretary for the Second Time
…American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said in a press release. “We stand ready to work with Secretary Vilsack and USDA on issues that benefit this nation’s farmers and…
Climate Goals Established by President Biden Executive Orders
…President Zippy Duvall said in a statement. “We stand ready to work with the administration on science-based, voluntary and market-driven programs.” About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News…
AFBF Suggests Methodology Improvements for NASS Reports
…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…