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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).
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National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew has expressed mixed reactions following the recent passage of the budget reconciliation bill by both the House and Senate.
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As the Fourth of July approaches, the National Farmers Union (NFU) draws attention to the economic challenges faced by family farmers.
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National Farmers Union President Rob Larew has expressed concerns regarding the Senate reconciliation bill, emphasizing the need for a comprehensive farm bill.
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Farmers from G7 countries are grappling with a series of challenges as the world deals with geopolitical, economic, and environmental issues.