Articles tagged under: North Dakota Farmers Union
Pipeline Project Highlighted at Local Farmers Union Meeting
Published September 27, 2023
McIntosh County Farmers Union held its annual meeting in Ashley, North Dakota and the proposed carbon pipeline was part of the discussion. President Brandon Meidinger, who is a sixth-generation farmer, described the pipeline as very disruptive to agricultural practices. "You…NDFU Takes Its Message to DC
Published September 17, 2023
The timing of the National Farmers Union Fly-in coincided with a chaotic time in the Capitol City. The farm bill expires at the end of the month and a government shutdown is on the table. Regarding the farm bill, North…Farmers Point Out Prevent Plant Flaws
Published August 10, 2023
North Dakota Farmers Union conducted a survey with its members to discuss the harvest price option, the 1-in-4 rule and other crop insurance programs. NDFU Government Relations Director Matt Perdue said there was a mixed response. "We learned that some…Farm Bill Deadline Looming Closer
Published July 21, 2023
North Dakota Farmers Union President Mark Watne has been traveling around the state for his President’s Tour. Watne spoke with members about critical issues, including crop insurance and the farm bill. "There's obvious concern that the farm bill will need…Farm Bill Needs Proper Funding
Published March 7, 2023
The goal is to get the farm bill across the finish line before the end of the year. North Dakota Farmers Union President Mark Watne says the funding will be the biggest hurdle. "Everywhere I go people are talking about…Corporate Farming Law Change Approved in ND House
Published February 24, 2023
The North Dakota House voted 70-24 to make changes to the corporate farming law with hopes of expanding animal agriculture in the state. The North Dakota Farmers Union opposed previous attempts at changing these rules, but took a nuetral stance…First Ever Evolution Ag Summit
Published February 22, 2023
The North Dakota Farmers Union hosted their first ever Evolution Ag Summit. NDFU Government Relations Director Matt Perdue says the event’s main focus is carbon education. "This is a new concept for NDFU to dive deep into key market trends…North Dakota Legislative Report
Published February 17, 2023
In this week's North Dakota Legislative Report, North Dakota Farmers Union Government Relations Director Matt Perdue says agricultural interests are hard at work as the crossover break approaches. "One area where we are making amazing progress is funding for a…NDFU Testifies in Opposition to Corporate Farming Law Change
Published January 27, 2023
North Dakota Farmers Union is opposed to House Bill 1371. "This bill would allow meatpackers such as Smithfield's, a Chinese company, and a JBS, a Brazillian company, to own cattle feedlots and hog barns," said Mark Watne, president, NDFU. "These same…