Amanda Durow of Hastings Graduates from American Farm Bureau Leadership Program
PORTLAND, Ore. – The Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation is proud to announce that Amanda Durow of Hastings graduated from the American Farm Bureau Federation’s (AFBF) Partners in Advocacy Leadership (PAL) program during the Young Farmers & Ranchers Conference
Trade Update: Strong Export Demand Highlights Importance of Global Markets
Trade developments remain a major focus for agriculture as U.S. officials continue negotiations with China and other global trading partners. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer are scheduled to meet with Chinese Vice
Gov. Pillen Signs Executive Order for Assistance with Ag Supplies for the State of Nebraska
Lincoln, NE – Due to the Nebraska wildfires that have severely impacted livestock feed and supplies within the state of Nebraska, Governor Jim Pillen has issued an executive order to provide emergency relief. The executive order waives hours
Rural Concerns Grow Over Data Center Expansion
The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence data centers into rural communities is drawing growing attention from farm organizations concerned about energy use, water consumption, and public transparency. The issue surfaced during the recent annual convention of National
Fertilizer Industry Faces Legal Challenge, Price Scrutiny and Calls for Policy Changes
Concerns about fertilizer prices and market competition are intensifying across the U.S. agricultural sector as farmers, commodity groups and policymakers push for greater transparency and potential policy changes within the fertilizer industry. A newly filed class-action lawsuit,
USDA Launches Rapid Response Grants to Combat Emerging Ag Pests and Diseases
The USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture has launched a new competitive grants program designed to help researchers and agricultural professionals respond quickly to emerging pest and disease threats that could disrupt the nation’s food and