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Packers and Stockyards Act Updates in Danger if Rider is Passed
Line on Agriculture
The National Farmers Union (NFU) is concerned about a policy rider attached to legislation that could undermine the enforcement of the Packers and Stockyards Act.
National Farmers Union Calls on Senate to Pass a Farm Bill
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In a letter recently sent to the US Senate, the National Farmers Union highlights significant challenges in the farm economy, such as high input costs, low commodity prices, market volatility, trade uncertainties, and rising farm exits and bankruptcies.
NFU Backs Fertilizer Transparency Act
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The National Farmers Union (NFU) is advocating for the Fertilizer Transparency Act to help American farmers cope with high fertilizer costs. Although the bill won't provide an immediate solution, it offers a path for farmers to understand fertilizer pricing.
NFU Says John Deere $99M Settlement is a Step in the Right Direction
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Deere & Company agreed to pay $99 million to settle a class action lawsuit alleging monopolization of farm equipment repair services. The 2022 lawsuit claimed Deere withheld repair software and collaborated with dealers to limit farmers' ability to repair their own equipment or use independent shops. While the settlement, pending final court approval, doesn't fully resolve the issue, it's seen as progress by the National Farmers Union. Deere also agreed to provide digital repair tools for a deca
NFU; Consolidation in Beef Industry, Farm Bill Priorities
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NFU is encouraged by Trump's Beef Consolidation Investigation
Farm Bill Clears First Hurdle
Southeast Regional Ag News
The House Agriculture Committee advances the Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026 with a bipartisan 34 to 17 vote.
Ag Policy Remains Unresolved
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The National Farmers Union continues to focus on getting a new Farm Bill in place for producers.
USDA, DOJ Partner to Safeguard Competition in Farm Supply Markets
Southeast Regional Ag News
The agencies’ new agreement aims to strengthen oversight of seed, fertilizer, and other inputs, helping ease pressures on family farmers.
DOJ and USDA Join Forces to Boost Fair Competition in Agriculture
California Ag Today
A new partnership between the Justice Department and USDA targets rising input costs and market consolidation to protect farmers, ranchers, and consumers.
Farmers Union Members Push for a Farm Bill
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At a recent Washington DC, fly-in, farmers and ranchers lobbied for a new farm bill and would like food procurement programs included in the policy.
Farmers Union on the BBB
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The National Farmers Union hopes that bipartisan discussions will not be lost over the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill.
Big Beautiful Bill Becomes Law, Drawing Mixed Farm Group Reactions
California Ag Today
President Trump signed sweeping legislation into law July 4, prompting both praise and concern from leading ag organizations.
National Farmers Union Gears Up for Fly-In
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Of the talking points that National Farmers Union members will be highlighting with lawmakers in Washington DC, is the need for Farm Bill passage.
An Initiative to Educate Beginning Farmers
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The National Farmers Union offers an extensive educational program to help beginning farmers;
Appropriations Bill Being Monitored by Ag Industry
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The National Farmers Union is concerned about the future of the Packers and Stockyards Acgt in appropriations bill rider.
Second Farm Bill Framework Released
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Senate Republicans have released their version of a farm bill and it is similar to the full house version, with some minor differences according to the National Farmers Union.
National Farmers Union Encouraged By Farm Bill Efforts
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The National Farmers Union appreciates both the House and Senate versions of the Farm Bill so far have safety net funding increases.
National Farmers Union on Packers and Stockyards Act
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National Farmers leader talks about where the rules written so far under the Packers and Stockyards Act.
Two Big Ag Organizations Unite to Push for Diary Pricing Reform
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The National Farmers Union and American Farm Bureau Federation are working on some issue together to get changes made to the Federal Milk Marketing Order.
National Farmers Union on AM Radio: “We will continue this fight”
California Ag Today
National Farmers Union President Rob Larew says AM radio is a critical to rural America, and he says automakers shouldn’t limit access to information.