Policy Articles
MFBF Minute
Published Yesterday
The Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation has set its priority issues for the coming year. MFBF Director of Public Policy Pierce Bennett discusses the importance of supporting beginning and emerging farmers. Other priority issues include sustainability, rural vitality, research, energy and…Expanding America’s Bioeconomy
Published Yesterday
That's the new tagline for Growth Energy. Growth Energy General Counsel Joe Kakesh says this rebranding aims to expand the focus beyond ethanol. “It’s about taking advantage of all parts of the plant and contributing to all plant-based and bio-based…NDCGA Continues to Push Farm Bill Priorities
Published Yesterday
The North Dakota Corn Growers Association want the farm bill to be signed in early 2024. “Next year being an election year, you never know how that can impact policy,” said Brenda Elmer, executive director. Budgets will have a major…Telling Your Own Animal Agriculture Story
Published November 26, 2023
Animal rights activist groups are skilled at using pressure campaigns to push their agenda. “The target really feels that they have no other choice but to do what these organizations are saying,” explained Emily Ellis, communications manager, Animal Agriculture Alliance.…Renewable Fuels Industry Expects to Grow
Published November 26, 2023
The Renewable Fuels Association is continuing to seek a permanent solution to year-round E15 use. “We’ve been warned by the administration to not bank on having another round of emergency waivers next summer so the legislative fix is top priority,”…A Milestone for the SD Cattlemen’s Association
Published November 26, 2023
The South Dakota Cattlemen’s Association will celebrate its 75th anniversary convention and trade show Tuesday and Wednesday in Watertown. SDCA President Eric Jennings expects the resolutions concerning eminent domain and carbon pipelines to generate a lot of conversation. “Even though…A Changing Dairy Market
Published November 26, 2023
American Farm Bureau Federation Chief Economist Roger Cryan is seeing a fundamental shift in the U.S. dairy markets. “There’s been so much construction of cheese plants, it’s led to an ample supply of cheese.” Outside of Mexico, export demand for…NCBA Looks for Voluntary Animal ID Program
Published November 26, 2023
National Cattlemen’s Beef Association President-Elect Mark Eisele supports a proposed voluntary electronic identification program. “We’re looking to get the funding through USDA so producers don’t bear the burden of that initially.” According Eisele, EID would help keep the industry moving…MFU Announces Special Orders
Published November 26, 2023
The Minnesota Farmers Union has established its special orders for the next year. Affordable and accessible healthcare in rural communities is a priority. “Healthcare is important to everybody,” said Gary Wertish, president. Other special orders include investing in climate resilience,…