MFU Minute
In the MFU Minute, Minnesota Farmers Union President Gary Wertish remembers the late David Velde. Hear those thoughts in this update.
Articles tagged under: Gary Wertish
Farmers Call for Stronger Markets, Not More Government Aid at NFU Convention
The current farm economy was the big talking point at the National Farmers Union Convention this year in New Orleans. Minnesota Farmers Union President Gary Wertish is hearing numerous issues in the delegate sessions, but staying profitability remains the big…
MFU Minute
In the MFU Minute, Minnesota Farmers Union President Gary Wertish reviews the latest Supreme Court ruling on tariffs. Click here.
MN Agriculture Faces Ripple Effects From Immigration Enforcement
Minnesota Farmers Union President Gary Wertish says expanded ICE enforcement across Minnesota is creating widespread fear that is beginning to disrupt agriculture, food processing, and local food distribution. Wertish says ICE activity is no longer limited to the Twin Cities…
MFU Minute
In the MFU Minute, Minnesota Farmers Union President Gary Wertish discusses the current farm financial crisis. In addition to low commodity prices and high input costs, rising healthcare expenses are a concern. Listen to the report.
Reform Needed to Address Farm Crisis
The farm economy and mental health were top of mind at this year's Minnesota Farmers Union convention. "Right now, we're having a bit of a crisis with the low margins, so mental health was definitely a big issue that was…
Senate’s Stopgap Plan Frustrates Ag Leader
Minnesota Farmers Union President Gary Wertish describes the one-year extension of the current farm bill as a continued lack of leadership in Washington. “We keep kicking that can down the road, oh gosh, since 2018. It seems like we don’t…
MFU Minute
Minnesota Farmers Union President Gary Wertish offers his perspective on the U.S.-China trade negotiations in the latest MFU Minute. Listen to the report.
Self-Inflicted Uncertainty
As Minnesota farmers wrap up soybean harvest, they’re facing another round of challenges from trade tensions, rising costs, and the ongoing government shutdown. Minnesota Farmers Union President Gary Wertish says the combination of tariffs and policy uncertainty is weighing heavily…
MFU Minute
These are uncertain times in agriculture. In the Minnesota Farmers Union Minute, MFU President Gary Wertish discusses the challenges seen on the farm today. Click here.
