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15 Fantastic Food and Farm Facts - American Farm Bureau …
Aug 15, 2017 · Fifteen fantastic facts about agriculture to whet your appetite for the Food and Farm Facts book are below. Ninety-nine percent of all U.S. farms are owned by individuals, family partnerships or family corporations. Farmers will have to grow 70 percent more food than what is currently produced to feed the world’s growing population by 2050.
Young Farmers & Ranchers - American Farm Bureau Federation
A program for personal growth. The American Farm Bureau Federation Young Farmers & Ranchers program includes both men and women between the ages of 18-35. The objective of the Young Farmers & Ranchers program is to surface, grow and develop young Farm Bureau members and provide them opportunities and experiences to strengthen their leadership ...
Beef Prices Soar to Record Highs, Yet Farmers Struggle to Reap the ...
Aug 30, 2024 · The Story – Drought, Inflation and Inventory. Pasture conditions began to deteriorate across the United States in 2020. The La Niña-driven drought would press on for the next three years causing pasture conditions to deteriorate and sending prices for feed grains to record levels (Figure 2). At the same time, inflation began to rise, driving up costs for everyone in the United States ...
Celebrating National Farmer’s Day
Oct 12, 2022 · They have faith when times are tough. They face adversity head on. They are determined and always evolving to satisfy the needs of consumers. And despite the unpredictable nature of farming, they remain optimistic. Oct. 12 is National Farmer’s Day. It’s a day to recognize their contributions to each state and the nation.
Budget Battle Limiting Congressional Work for Farmers and …
Sep 17, 2024 · Buckman: September 30 marks, the end of fiscal year 2024.This means Congress has roughly two weeks to pass government funding legislation to avoid a government shutdown. The activities of most federal agencies are generally funded on an annual basis through the enactment of regular appropriations bills, so the annual appropriations process governs the discretionary portion of the federal budget.
Advocacy - American Farm Bureau Federation
Grassroots & Political Advocacy. Our grassroots advocacy is driven by three pillars: Influence. Action. Impact. Together, Farm Bureau members’ efforts ensure all of agriculture speaks with one voice through FB Advocacy.
What is the (Food and) Farm Bill and Why Does It Matter?
Jul 20, 2022 · Going back almost 100 years, the history of the farm bill largely tracks the history of food production in the United States as the legislation evolves to meet the needs of its modern-day constituents – farmers and consumers.
Solar Energy Expansion and its Impacts on Rural Communities
Aug 8, 2024 · Research from a 2021 U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) study projects solar energy to rise from 4% of our nation’s total energy production to 45% by 2050, potentially requiring nearly 10.4 million acres of land in solar production. This is about 30% larger than the state of Maryland. DOE expects 90% of projected solar development to be from utility-scale projects in rural communities.
Market Intel | Section Home | American Farm Bureau Federation
Oct 16, 2024 · Leading Your Family Farm Through Tough Times. Oct 16, 2024. READ MORE. Market Intel, produced by the Farm Bureau economic analysis team, provides market and policy insight and analysis for our farmer and rancher members nationwide, as well as policymakers on Capitol Hill. Get the latest Market Intel delivered right to your in-box.