…in the agriculture sector contribute to improved productivity, including by smallholder and young farmers, and rural women, in a safe and sustainable manner, and to our countries’ ability to meet…
NCBA CEO Kendal Frazier Announces Plans for Retirement
…because of his service to cattlemen and cattlewomen.” Kendal Frazier When NCA merged with the National Livestock and Meat Board in 1996, Frazier was a member of the team who…
Ag Census Looks at Data Differently
The release of the National Agriculture Statistic Service’s Census of Agriculture showed there are more women and younger farmers who are making decisions on farms nationwide. The service found this…
USDA Census of Agriculture One Week Away
…report will include new information on military service, food marketing practices, and on-farm decision-making. These additions help better capture the roles and contributions of beginning farmers, women farmers, and others…
Perdue Reiterates Need to Restore Original Intent of SNAP
…of 18 and 49, with no dependents. The rule would not apply to the elderly, the disabled, or pregnant women. Those who are eligible to receive SNAP – including the…
Markets Expected to Continue Strong; Leverage Shift on the Horizon
…Trade Show in New Orleans, La., saw a capacity crowd as cattlemen and women gathered to hear expert market and weather analysis. Douglas explained the developing trend will turn the…
Farmers Under Fire: Trial Lawyers’ Attack on Agriculture
…Federation, discussed the recent lawsuits targeting production agriculture and suggested actions that state Farm Bureaus can take to fight these targeted attacks. AFB Women’s Leadership Committee member Lorenda Overman, moderator…
More Women Returning to the Farm in Management Roles
…trainings, online classes and support groups. Women in leadership roles make great mentors; they’re interested in paying it forward. “Women supporting other women is really important. They’re really community-based. When…
What Not to Miss at World Ag Expo 2019
…from around the world, this year, the show will feature new demonstration areas, seminars and more options for women looking to get involved with the industry. Search for the World…
Celebrating New Year’s The “Right” Way?
…or coffee table and jump into the new year. One of the women said she no longer stood on anything to jump but still liked to hop when the clock says…
Groups Respond to House Passage of Farm Bill
…following statement regarding U.S. House and Senate passage of the 2018 Farm Bill conference report: “America’s cattlemen and women want common sense and certainty from Congress this holiday season and…
Valuable Rancher Recordkeeping Tool from NCBA Available for 2019
…tool for U.S. cattlemen and women in their efforts to detail actions and practices on farms and ranches,” according to Dan Kniffen, a Pennsylvania beef producer. “It’s a way to…
Cattlemen’s College Set For New Orleans in January
…women looking to find that extra step will be attending the 2019 Cattlemen’s College in New Orleans, La., Jan. 29-30. More than a thousand producers are expected to attend the…
Women Are Out-Earning Men in the Business of Farming
…groups and other industry organizations. Associations such as American Agri-Women, the National Women in Agriculture Association and the Women, Food and Agriculture Network work to promote the increased presence of…