June 6, 2024

Farm Bill

America’s Farmers Counting on Farm Bill Passage

America’s farmers and ranchers are counting on Congress to pass a new, modernized farm bill. That was the message delivered by the chair of American Farm Bureau’s Young Farmers & Ranchers Committee, Kevin Lussier, who testified earlier this week before the Senate Agriculture Subcommittee on Commodities, Risk Management and Trade.

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Livestock

USDA Takes Step Toward Fairness for Poultry Farmers

AFBF President Zippy Duvall commented Wednesday on USDA’s proposed rule to make changes to the poultry tournament system.

“Farm Bureau appreciates USDA’s work to bring more transparency to the poultry industry. AFBF has long advocated for changes to ensure poultry farmers who contract with processing companies are treated fairly, and we’re glad to see many of our concerns addressed in the new rule.

“The current poultry tournament system puts tremendous pressure on farmers, while providing them little information and recourse throughout the contracting process. We are thoroughly reviewing the proposed rule to understand its full implications and look forward to submitting comments.”

Grills are Heating up Nationwide, and so is Demand for Beef

A recent Market Intel covers three beef reports to tell the story of where markets and grocery store prices are headed as we kick off grilling season.

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Farm Dog of the Year

Calling All Farm Dogs

"On the family farm, there’s a job for everyone, including our furry, four-legged friends. Farm dogs play an important role on the farm and hold a special place in our hearts. They show up every day without complaint and eager to pitch in, and many go above and beyond in caring for their farm families. That’s why the American Farm Bureau is proud to partner with Nestlé Purina PetCare each year, as we celebrate the hardworking farm and ranch dogs across our country with the Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year contest," AFBF President Zippy Duvall wrote in this week's Zipline.

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Feeding Minds Press

Dig Into the Science of Soil with Latest Book from Feeding Minds Press

Young readers, garden enthusiasts and science educators alike have a new accurate agricultural adventure to dig into with the latest children’s book from Feeding Minds Press. “The Soil in Jackie’s Garden” is a cumulative-style picture book that tells the story of Jackie and her garden friends as they discover the wonders of soil and how things grow.



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Supply Chain Connections

Minnesota Farm Bureau’s Agricultural Gala Shines Light on the Supply Chain

Recognizing the need for an event that connected all the links in the farm-to-table supply chain, Minnesota Farm Bureau created the first agricultural celebration gala in their state.



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Agricultural Education

Tilling the Soil for Agricultural Education

"Summer break is just around the corner, but learning is always in season. The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture is abuzz with resources, activities and literacy items for learners of all ages to continue their education after that last bell rings for the school year," AFBF President Zippy Duvall wrote in a recent Zipline.

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