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Domestic Markets Sought to Offset Tariff Strategy

Published March 11, 2026

According to Senate Agriculture Ranking Member Senator Amy Klobuchar, the Administration's tariff strategy has caused nothing but uncertainty for farmers. "That is the hardest thing for so many of them. A tariff changes, it goes up, it goes down, they…

North Dakota Farmers Bring Strong Voice to NFU Convention

Published March 8, 2026

North Dakota was well represented at this year's National Farmers Union Convention in New Orleans. "We're really excited to have 56 delegates here from North Dakota, making sure that North Dakota's voice is heard on the national stage," said NDFU…

Adapting to Consumer Food Trends

Published February 18, 2026

North Dakota Farmers Union held its Evolution Ag Summit in Jamestown, North Dakota. NDFU President Matt Perdue spoke about shifts in consumer food demand and how farmers can adjust to meet those demands. "We're having a lot of conversations about…

NDFU Defends PP Buy-Up Option

Published January 28, 2026

The Risk Management Agency eliminated the voluntary five percent buy-up option for prevented planting crop insurance coverage. North Dakota Farmers Union President Matt Perdue is asking USDA to reverse its decision. "We don't think that there is any justification for eliminating…

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…

Matt Perdue Elected NDFU President

Published December 14, 2025

The North Dakota Farmers Union has elected Matt Perdue as its new president. Perdue is just the tenth individual to lead the organization and the youngest at 33 years of age. Perdue farms with his family near Ray in northwest…

Ending PP Buy-Up Undercuts Consistent Risk Management

Published December 6, 2025

Matt Perdue, who is seeking the presidency of the North Dakota Farmers Union, is disappointed in the USDA's decision to eliminate the prevented planting buy-up option. "One of the things that I was really concerned with in some of the…

Perdue Emphasizes Strong Voice and New Opportunities

Published October 20, 2025

After 12 years on the job, North Dakota Farmers Union President Mark Watne is not seeking reelection. Two candidates are vying for the position: Matt Perdue and Shelly Ziesch. Perdue resigned from his role as NDFU government relations director in…

North Dakota Legislative Report

Published February 7, 2025

In the latest North Dakota Legislative Report, North Dakota Farmers Union Government Relations Director Matt Perdue highlights the property tax debate happening in Bismarck. An equitable situation for agriculture is being advocated. A reminder, crossover happens at the end of…

North Dakota Bill Seeks Property Tax Relief for Farmers and Ranchers

Published February 3, 2025

A North Dakota Senate Bill, SB2363, is focused on a property tax credit for agricultural properties owned by farming or ranching operations and is receiving a lot of support within the state. The bill’s sponsor, Senator Robert Erbele said in…

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Articles tagged under: Matt Perdue

Domestic Markets Sought to Offset Tariff Strategy

North Dakota Farmers Bring Strong Voice to NFU Convention

Adapting to Consumer Food Trends

NDFU Defends PP Buy-Up Option

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

Matt Perdue Elected NDFU President

Ending PP Buy-Up Undercuts Consistent Risk Management

Perdue Emphasizes Strong Voice and New Opportunities

North Dakota Legislative Report

North Dakota Bill Seeks Property Tax Relief for Farmers and Ranchers

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