Articles tagged under: National Farmers Union Convention

The State of National Farmers Union

Published March 2, 2020

During Sunday night’s State of Farmers Union address, retiring president Roger Johnson said goodbye to members. Johnson took time to reflect on farm policy, focusing on trade. "There's lots of worry that phase one will be going back to square…
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Perdue: No 2020 MFP Anticipated

Published March 2, 2020

Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue told National Farmers Union members this morning that the toughest days in agriculture are behind us, but it may not feel like it. He referenced the Market Facilitation Program, saying farmers want trade not aid. "Despite…
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NFU President Roger Johnson Bids Farewell

Published March 1, 2020

Turtle Lake, North Dakota native Roger Johnson is stepping down as the National Farmers Union President. Since 2009, Johnson served in the role. He tells the Red River Farm Network he’s most proud of maintaining the legacy of standing up…
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NFU Continues to Support E30 Efforts

Published March 6, 2019

South Dakota Farmers Union President Doug Sombke says one special order of business continues the support of 30 percent ethanol blends. "This also prepares us for the Safer Affordable Fuel Efficient (SAFE) rule, whenever we're allowed to talk about that."…
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USDA Looking to Fill Local Staffing Needs

Published March 6, 2019

USDA is in the process of implementing the new farm bill, but there is a shortage of local workers to help farmers. USDA Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Bill Northey told National Farmers Union members USDA is working…
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NFU Takes Stance on Lab Grown Meat Labeling and More

Published March 6, 2019

The National Farmers Union adopted policy priorities for the year ahead and approved eight special orders of business during their annual convention. Labeling lab grown meat is one of the special orders. NFU will ask the Department of Agriculture to…
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