Non-traditional issues, such as healthcare, childcare and workforce development, are current priorities for the Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation. “We are hearing more and more from our members that it’s not just about taxes, crop and livestock issues, it is those second-tier issues that are really impacting their business,” said Karin Schaefer, executive director. “We’re also looking at rural vitality and making sure that our workforce is strong and our farm families have those basic necessities like broadband, access to childcare and housing availability.” Schaefer was a live guest during RRFN’s Country Morning broadcast Thursday, discussing state and federal issues.
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