Articles tagged under: Minnesota Farmers Union
MFU Minute
Published January 31, 2019
Here’s the latest update from the Minnesota Farmers Union. There's a new spirit of cooperation with a new administration and new lawmakers in the state. Hear more from MFU President Gary Wertish.MFU Minute
Published January 17, 2019
As the Minnesota legislative session beings, there is optimism for Rural America. Hear more from Membership and Outreach Director Bruce Miller.MFU Minute
Published January 11, 2019
Agriculture is reflecting on 2019 and looking ahead in 2020. Minnesota Farmers Union President shares those thoughts in this edition of the MFU Minute, made possible by Minnesota Farmers Union.MFU Minute
Published January 3, 2019
Here’s the latest update from the Minnesota Farmers Union. Tax conformity and healthcare remain top-of-mind as MFU prepares for the upcoming Minnesota Legislative Session. Hear more from MFU Government Relations Director Thom Petersen.Tax Conformity a Focus for the MN Legislative Session
Published December 31, 2018
Tax conformity will be a focus during the upcoming legislative session. Minnesota Farmers Union Government Relations Director Thom Petersen says it’s a priority to update the Section 179 deduction. "Minnesota conforms at a very low level so if a farmer buys…MFU Minute
Published December 20, 2018
Here’s the latest update from the Minnesota Farmers Union. Tax conformity, transportation and more remain top-of-mind as MFU prepares for the upcoming Minnesota Legislative Session. Hear more from MFU President Gary Wertish.MFU Minute
Published December 6, 2018
Here’s the latest update from the Minnesota Farmers Union. According to MFU President Gary Wertish, the farm bill, trade and health care remain top-of-mind. Listen here.MFU Minute
Published November 23, 2018
Here’s the latest update from the Minnesota Farmers Union. According to MFU President Gary Wertish, the farm bill, trade and health care remain top-of-mind. Listen here.Job One: Educating New Legislators About Agriculture
Published November 18, 2018
Minnesota is the only state in the country with a divided legislature; a Republican majority in the Senate and a Democratically-controlled House. Minnesota Farmers Union government relations director Thom Petersen says that should be considered positive news. "We're going to…