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Ag Assistance is Necessary, But Not a Long-Term Solution

Published December 15, 2025

North Dakota Farmers Union Past President Mark Watne says that the financial relief farmers will receive is necessary, but it’s not enough, and it’s not a long-term solution. "We're selling grain for less than what we did in the 1970s,…

New NDFU President Perdue Pledges to Build on Watne’s Legacy

Published December 14, 2025

Newly elected North Dakota Farmers Union President Matt Perdue understands that he has some pretty big shoes to fill without going President Mark Watne's retirement. Despite the current ag economic landscape in the country, Perdue says that he's inheriting a…

Short-Term Farm Bill Relief Leaves Long-Term Questions

Published November 11, 2025

North Dakota Farmers Union President Mark Watne feels the farm bill extension provides short-term stability but delays important updates needed for farmers and ranchers. “I think it might be a little worrisome, as we obviously got the good news that…

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NDFU Calls for Stronger Action from Congress

Published October 27, 2025

North Dakota Farmers Union President Mark Watne is urging the state’s congressional delegation to take stronger action to protect U.S. agriculture, warning that current federal policies are threatening both farmers and consumers. “Our food production system is being attacked, and…

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‘Ranchers Don’t Deserve This’

Published October 23, 2025

Regarding the potential imports of Argentine beef, North Dakota Farmers Union President Mark Watne said the Trump Administration is making a huge mistake. "Ranchers really don't deserve to have this crap going on from D.C." Watne sees a lack of understanding…

Capitol Hill Starting to Understand the Need for a Helping Hand

Published September 12, 2025

The current price environment is troubling. The concept of a bridge payment to help farmers carry on to this time next year, when provisions of the One Big Beautiful Bill are gaining momentum. "We heard it from Senator (John) Hoeven,…

Leadership Change Ahead for North Dakota Farmers Union

Published May 2, 2025

After 12 years leading the North Dakota Farmers Union, President Mark Watne has announced he will not seek re-election. Watne, who has been involved with the organization for nearly three decades, said the decision comes at a time when the…

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No Reelection Plans for Watne

Published May 1, 2025

North Dakota Farmers Union President Mark Watne will not seek reelection during the organization’s annual meeting in December. Watne has been in this role since 2013. In a statement, Watne said it is time to let a new generation lead…

Hit Hard by Tariff Strategy

Published April 8, 2025

According to North Dakota Farmers Union President Mark Watne, North Dakota farmers and ranchers are among the most vulnerable to the current tariff strategy. “North Dakota will be hardest hit by these tariffs” due to its reliance on export markets.…

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Watne Criticizes Lack of Property Tax Relief for ND Farmers

Published April 7, 2025

North Dakota Farmers Union President Mark Watne expressed frustration over the state's recent property tax relief discussions, saying rural residents were left out. "We tried really hard to get additional dollars to be a percentage off of rural property taxes,…

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Ag Assistance is Necessary, But Not a Long-Term Solution

New NDFU President Perdue Pledges to Build on Watne’s Legacy

Short-Term Farm Bill Relief Leaves Long-Term Questions

NDFU Calls for Stronger Action from Congress

‘Ranchers Don’t Deserve This’

Capitol Hill Starting to Understand the Need for a Helping Hand

Leadership Change Ahead for North Dakota Farmers Union

No Reelection Plans for Watne

Hit Hard by Tariff Strategy

Watne Criticizes Lack of Property Tax Relief for ND Farmers

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