American Farm Bureau Federation - The Voice of Agriculture
5 days ago · American Farm Bureau Federation is the unified national voice of agriculture, working through our grassroots organizations to enhance and strengthen the lives of rural Americans and to build strong, prosperous agricultural communities.
Crop Insurance 101: The Basics - American Farm Bureau Federation
May 2, 2024 · To begin, farmers must first select the level of coverage they want to purchase. The coverage level refers to the percentage of commodity value that is covered — referred to as the liability — and the corresponding loss that a farmer must incur before an indemnity payment will be made (comparable to a deductible for home or auto insurance).
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Stronger Together. We all depend on the success of American agriculture, and Farm Bureau stands with farmers and ranchers as we work together to keep our nation’s food, fiber and renewable fuel supply safe, sustainable and secure.
New Census Shows Alarming Loss of Family Farms
Feb 13, 2024 · Press Contact. Mike Tomko Director, Communications (202) 406-3642 [email protected]. Bailey Corwine Media Relations Specialist (202) 406-3643 [email protected]
Fast Facts About Agriculture & Food - American Farm Bureau …
On average, one U.S. farm feeds 169 people annually in the U.S. and abroad. The global population is expected to increase by 1.8 billion by 2050, which means the world’s farmers will have to increase total annual grain production by almost 1 billion tons and total meat production by more than 200 million tons.
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Nov 18, 2024 · A comprehensive news feed that includes news releases, mentions in the press, a bi-weekly audio podcast, and Farm Bureau® News.Stay informed about the latest developments and current events related to agriculture and our organization's activities.
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 …
Analyzing Farm Inputs: The Cost to Farm Keeps Rising
Mar 17, 2022 · Production costs are rising faster than commodity prices, making it harder to just break even. Like any other business, farmers and ranchers are constantly evolving their budgets.
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The Young Farmers & Ranchers program offers young Farm Bureau members (ages 18-35) opportunities and experiences to develop and strengthen their leadership skills.. READ MORE . The Women’s Leadership program provides women with opportunities for growth and development to sharpen their skills and strengthen their ability to inspire change.. READ …
The Crucial Role of Farmer Cooperatives and Why Active …
Jun 24, 2024 · The cooperative business model has been pivotal in the development and stability of the U.S. agricultural industry. Cooperatives provide a platform for farmers to pool resources, preserve market access, share risk and enjoy economies of scale, which is important to maintaining leverage and bargaining power.