National Farmers Union
Recent News About National Farmers Union
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A coalition led by National Farmers Union urged Congress on April 16th to fund local food purchasing programs as part of future farm relief packages. The groups say such investments would support struggling family farms while strengthening rural economies nationwide.
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National Farmers Union President Rob Larew commented on a recent settlement involving John Deere regarding right-to-repair claims. Larew called for permanent federal protections ensuring farmers' ability to repair their equipment. The union represents over 220,000 family farms across multiple states.
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National Farmers Union President Rob Larew welcomed new EPA rules setting higher renewable fuel requirements through 2027. The organization says these changes will benefit family farmers by boosting demand for domestic crops used in biofuel production.
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The National Farmers Union welcomed an EPA decision allowing wider summer sales of E15 gasoline but called on Congress for permanent legislative action. NFU leaders say expanded ethanol access benefits both consumers at the pump and American farmers seeking reliable markets.
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National Farmers Union President Rob Larew criticized USDA's decision to delay new rules aimed at improving fairness in poultry grower payments. The organization says this postponement impacts family farmers seeking greater transparency in their contracts. NFU continues advocating for timely enforcement of these regulations.
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North Dakota Farmers Union President Matt Perdue testified before the Senate Agriculture Committee about challenges facing family farms. He called for expanded domestic markets, support for renewable fuels, and action against anti-competitive practices. The National Farmers Union continues advocacy efforts through education and policy engagement.
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National Farmers Union wrapped up its annual convention in New Orleans after setting new policy priorities for 2026. Over 500 attendees discussed key agricultural issues while launching new programs for young farmers. The group will reconvene next year in San Antonio.
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Rob Larew and Jeff Kippley have been unanimously re-elected as President and Vice President of the National Farmers Union (NFU) at the organization’s 124th Anniversary Convention in New Orleans.
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National Farmers Union (NFU) has presented its highest honor, the Award for Meritorious Service to Farmers Union and to American Agriculture, to Dr. Dale McCall of Colorado and Joe Logan of Ohio.
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The House Committee on Agriculture has advanced the Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026.
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National Farmers Union (NFU) has welcomed the passage of a congressional resolution that acknowledges the important contributions of women in agriculture.
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Farmers are receiving a small portion of the consumer dollar for traditional Thanksgiving foods, according to the National Farmers Union (NFU) in its annual “Farmer’s Share of the Food Dollar” report.
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National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew has responded to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s recent plan to support beef producers, expressing concern about ongoing challenges for family farmers and ranchers.
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National Farmers Union (NFU) has expressed support for recent guidance from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which clarified that the Clean Air Act does not allow equipment manufacturers to block farmers’ access to independent...
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As Americans get ready for the Super Bowl, the National Farmers Union (NFU) is highlighting economic disparities between family farmers and large corporations in the food supply chain.
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National Farmers Union (NFU) has called on the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to reinstate crop insurance buy-up coverage for acres that cannot be planted due to weather conditions.
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The National Farmers Union, R-CALF USA, and four individual ranchers filed a class action lawsuit in 2019 alleging anticompetitive practices by major beef processors JBS, Tyson, Cargill, and National Beef.
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Montana Farmers Union member John Wicks testified before the U.S. House Committee on Agriculture Subcommittee on General Farm Commodities, Risk Management and Credit.
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National Farmers Union (NFU) has expressed strong support for the Strengthening Local Food Security Act, which was introduced by Senators Justice and Reed.
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National Farmers Union (NFU) has announced its endorsement of the Farmers First Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at reauthorizing and increasing funding for the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network (FRSAN).