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NASDA Update
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
As the newly elected president of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture, Washington State Ag Director Derek Sandison will lead many of the efforts to improve the agricultural industry in our country.
Why Farm Bureau
Idaho Ag Today
Zac Miller, CEO, and Matt Dorsey, president of the Idaho Farm Bureau, give you a host of proud reasons why the Farm Bureau exists.
Drone Rules Change and USDA Reorganization Criticized
The Agribusiness Update
Advocacy groups urge FAA to reject a proposal that would allow large livestock operations and slaughterhouses to restrict drone flights over their facilities, and Senate Ag Democrats warn a proposed reorganization of USDA’s Rural Development area could limit access to critical programs.
Pasture-Raised Farmers Form Policy Advocacy Network
Farm of the Future
Farmers around the country have formed a new alliance called Farmers for Animals, Communities and the Environment otherwise known as the FACE Ag Network.
John Rich Named Special Envoy for American Landowners, Vows to Fight Regulatory Burden
Line on Agriculture
John Rich, a country music artist and newly appointed special envoy for American landowners, aims to represent landowners to the federal government, addressing issues with various agencies like the EPA, HUD, and USDA. He is working to reverse regulations imposed by the Biden administration that he believes negatively impact farmers and ranchers, contributing to their inability to be cash flow positive.
Women in Ag
Idaho Ag Today
Results of a new national study intended to guide programming dedicated to women in agriculture for the next five years.
Guiding the Next Chapter in Dairy
California Ag Today
The Dairy Council of California adds leadership to continue promoting lifelong healthy eating.
Sustainable Aviation Fuel Coalition on SAF
Line on Agriculture
The SAF Coalition, comprising over 50 members across the aviation fuel value chain, is working to advance sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) through collaboration, innovation, and market development. A key focus is federal advocacy to support SAF production in the U.S., utilizing American feedstocks and creating jobs for American farmers
Peanuts Take Center Stage in D.C.
Southeast Regional Ag News
Advocates press Congress for stronger support amid challenging farm economics.
Championing California Agriculture
California Ag Today
State Treasurer Fiona Ma is recognized for years of support for farmers, ranchers and rural communities.
Fiona Ma Named Champion of Ag and Bipartisan Support for Farmers
The Agribusiness Update
California Farm Bureau presented California State Treasurer Fiona Ma with the Champion of Agriculture Award, and lawmakers from both parties voiced support for American farmers during a Senate Ag Committee hearing.
Fifty Years, One Mission
California Ag Today
California Women for Agriculture marks a milestone anniversary while continuing to champion the state’s farmers and ranchers.
Trade Deal Maintains Lemon Tariff
California Ag Today
California Citrus Mutual says the agreement preserves current tariffs and strengthens U.S. leverage on unfair trade practices.
Funding California Wolf Program and SCOTUS to Hear Roundup Case
The Agribusiness Update
The California Farm Bureau and other groups send letter asking for $30 million in the 2026-27 state budget to fund California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s Wolf Program, and SCOTUS agrees to hear an appeal from Bayer to block thousands of Roundup lawsuits.
A National Honor for an Alabama Farm Family
Southeast Regional Ag News
Drew and Lauren Wendland’s Achievement Award from the American Farm Bureau Federation affirms the power of values-driven farming in today’s world.
Five Agriculture Leaders Appointed to Florida FSA Committee
Southeast Regional Ag News
The new state committee brings decades of experience to strengthening USDA programs for Florida farmers and ranchers.
Fusion 2025
Idaho Ag Today
Hundreds of farmers and ranchers from across the state attended the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation Fusion Conference .
New IFBF Buiding
Idaho Ag Today
On December 2nd, the Boise Office of the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation at the corner of 5th and Washington downtown Boise was demolished.
Farm Workforce Modernization Act in 2026
Fruit Grower Report
Mike Stranz, Vice President of Advocacy for the National Farmers Union, says ag labor reform is more important now than ever.