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Veteran Farmer? Apply for a $10,000 National Award!
Southeast Regional Ag News
Farm Bureau is honoring veterans who serve their communities through agriculture.
Tim Tebow to Headline 2026 Farm Bureau Convention
Southeast Regional Ag News
The American Farm Bureau Federation has announced Tim Tebow as the keynote speaker for its 2026 national convention, taking place January 9–14 in Anaheim, California.
Keeping California Family Farms Competitive
California Ag Today
With small farms making up the majority of U.S. agriculture, the American Farm Bureau Federation is pushing for policies that protect family-run operations. As California farmers face mounting challenges, new USDA attention could bring much-needed support.
Backing the Backbone: New Push for Small Farm Policy
Southeast Regional Ag News
The American Farm Bureau Federation is urging USDA action to support small, family-owned farms—nearly 90% of all U.S. farms. With thousands of operations lost, the call is clear: small farms need help to thrive, not just survive.
Despite Money for HPAI Vaccines, Implementation Struggles Remain
California Ag Today
The USDA is putting serious muscle behind the fight against Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, with a hefty $100 million earmarked for vaccine research and development.
Bird Flu Battle: The Vaccine Hurdle
Southeast Regional Ag News
As the USDA invests $100 million in vaccine development for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, the disease is easing off—at least for now. But implementing a vaccination program isn’t as easy as it sounds, especially with 375 million birds to consider.
Tariff Situation Update
Line on Agriculture
A review of where things are at with tariffs with the American Farm Bureau Federation Economist, Betty Resnick.
Egg Price Hike 2: Egg Prices and Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza
California Ag Today
According to market intel shared by the American Farm Bureau, since 2022, HPAI has affected over 166 million birds, including 127 million egg layers, leading to an average loss of 42 million egg layers annually.
AFBF Gives Mixed Reviews to Final FMMOs
Southeast Regional Ag News
AFBF President Zippy Duvall praised changes such as a return to the “higher of” Class I milk formula, improved cheese price discovery, and updated milk composition factors. However, he criticized increases in make allowances.
AFBF: Final FMMO Decision Not a Home Run
California Ag Today
AFBF President Zippy Duvall praised some changes while being critical of others.
Ever-So-Slight Increases in H-2A Program Participation
California Ag Today
John Walt Boatright, director of government affairs for the American Farm Bureau Federation, says that even though the increase in positions certified was small, it still demonstrates how important the program is.
Fam Labor Survey Released
Line on Agriculture
Hawaii has pushed out California as the highest-paying state for farmworker wages.
The Cost Thanksgiving Meal Lower This Year
Line on Agriculture
Results from the American Farm Bureau Federation's annual Thanksgiving Marketbasket Survey for 2024.
H5N1 Losses Continue to Mount
California Ag Today
Over the last two and a half years, American Farm Bureau Federation Economist Bernt Nelson says more than 100 million birds have been affected. Over $18M has already been paid out to offset dairy losses.
Steady On-Feed, Higher Cash, and Elevated Beef
California Ag Today
What is going on with cattle supplies? Recent reports show steady on-feed numbers even as cash cattle prices move up. And when will consumers start pulling back?
Corporate Transparency Act Deadline Looms
Line on Agriculture
Registered business owners are required to file under the act, causing more burden for farmers.
Dockworker Strike Highlights Need for Farm Bill
Southeast Regional Ag News
“It’s another pressure and another disruption that our farmers are going to have to deal with, without a good safety net in place," says American Farm Bureau Federation economist Danny Munch.
Like Sand Through the Hourglass…
Southeast Regional Ag News
Congress has a lot on its plate with few work weeks remaining this year, including keeping the government fully funded.
Your August Recess Homework
California Ag Today
Each year, members of Congress take time during the month of August to return to their home districts and hear directly from constituents.
Get Ready to Bend the Ear of Your Member of Congress
Southeast Regional Ag News
Each year, members of Congress take time during the month of August to return to their home districts and hear directly from constituents.