Black Gold Farms founder Gregg Halverson says the Great American Agriculture Celebration at the White House was a memorable event that highlighted agriculture’s importance on a national stage. Halverson described the gathering as unique, bringing together farmers from across the country. “It was epic, no question about it, I felt honored to be there,” he said, noting the diverse mix of producers and the opportunity to hear directly from President Donald Trump. He said the president’s message about agriculture’s role in the U.S. economy was encouraging. “He really relishes his farmer friends, and how important the farm industry was to the United States.” Halverson added that long-term success depends on trade relationships rather than government payments. “I would rather produce for a market as opposed to a subsidy, we need a level playing field.”
