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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 23, 2016 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] Reana Kovalcik, 202-547-5754 [email protected] WASHINGTON (March 23, 2016) – A coalition of nine agricultural and consumer organizations, including National Farmers Union (NFU) and the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC), today sent the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) a letter urging the Food Safety and Inspection Service … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 23, 2016 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] Reana Kovalcik, 202-547-5754 [email protected] WASHINGTON (March 23, 2016) – A coalition of nine agricultural and consumer organizations, including National Farmers Union (NFU) and the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC), today sent the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) a letter urging the Food Safety and Inspection Service … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 21, 2016 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] WASHINGTON (March 21, 2016) – Food insecurity is a problem for millions of Americans across the country, and the National Farmers Union (NFU) has pledged to contribute to nationwide hunger relief through a renewed commitment to Feeding America’s Invest An Acre program. Following an … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 21, 2016 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] WASHINGTON (March 21, 2016) – Food insecurity is a problem for millions of Americans across the country, and the National Farmers Union (NFU) has pledged to contribute to nationwide hunger relief through a renewed commitment to Feeding America’s Invest An Acre program. Following an … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 18, 2016 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] WASHINGTON (March 18, 2016) – A long-awaited regulation, which would offer contract farmers more protections in the marketplace, has seen a renewed commitment from the nation’s capital. In a letter to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack, eight champions for farmers recently reiterated their … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 18, 2016 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] WASHINGTON (March 18, 2016) – A long-awaited regulation, which would offer contract farmers more protections in the marketplace, has seen a renewed commitment from the nation’s capital. In a letter to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack, eight champions for farmers recently reiterated their … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 15, 2016 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] WASHINGTON (March 15, 2016) – On behalf of nearly 200,000 family farmers and ranchers from a wide range of operations, National Farmers Union (NFU) is urging Congress to find a meaningful compromise on the federal biotech labeling debate. President Roger Johnson today sent a … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 15, 2016 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] WASHINGTON (March 15, 2016) – On behalf of nearly 200,000 family farmers and ranchers from a wide range of operations, National Farmers Union (NFU) is urging Congress to find a meaningful compromise on the federal biotech labeling debate. President Roger Johnson today sent a … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 14, 2016 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] WASHINGTON (March 14, 2016) – As agriculture is celebrated this week, one farm organization is focused on the policies that embody this year’s National Ag Week theme: “Stewards of a Healthy Planet.” National Farmers Union (NFU), representing nearly 200,000 family farmers and ranchers, has … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 14, 2016 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] WASHINGTON (March 14, 2016) – As agriculture is celebrated this week, one farm organization is focused on the policies that embody this year’s National Ag Week theme: “Stewards of a Healthy Planet.” National Farmers Union (NFU), representing nearly 200,000 family farmers and ranchers, has … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 8, 2015 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (March 8, 2015) – Family farmers and ranchers are the best advocates for agriculture, and over the last four days, the National Farmers Union (NFU) has provided more than 500 members and delegates of the 114th Anniversary Convention with the advocacy tools … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 8, 2015 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (March 8, 2015) – Family farmers and ranchers are the best advocates for agriculture, and over the last four days, the National Farmers Union (NFU) has provided more than 500 members and delegates of the 114th Anniversary Convention with the advocacy tools … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 6, 2016 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (March 6, 2016) – With the majority of the population removed by generations from the farm, ag communicators play an important role in sharing the industry’s story. Each year, National Farmers Union (NFU) recognizes one communicator for outstanding reporting of agriculture. Dale … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 6, 2016 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] MINNEAPOLIS (March 6, 2016) – Embracing a robust grassroots network of farm leaders, the National Farmers Union (NFU) officially convened its 114th Anniversary Convention today in Minneapolis, Minnesota. More than 500 members from across the country are gathered for the annual event, which runs through March 8. … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 6, 2016 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (March 6, 2016) – With the majority of the population removed by generations from the farm, ag communicators play an important role in sharing the industry’s story. Each year, National Farmers Union (NFU) recognizes one communicator for outstanding reporting of agriculture. Dale … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 6, 2016 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] MINNEAPOLIS (March 6, 2016) – Embracing a robust grassroots network of farm leaders, the National Farmers Union (NFU) officially convened its 114th Anniversary Convention today in Minneapolis, Minnesota. More than 500 members from across the country are gathered for the annual event, which runs through March 8. … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 29, 2016 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] WASHINGTON (February 29, 2016) – Recognizing the importance of agriculture sustainability for farmers, ranchers and rural communities, the National Farmers Union (NFU) announced today they have joined Field to Market: The Alliance for Sustainable Agriculture. Working together with grower organizations, academia, conservation groups, public … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 29, 2016 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] WASHINGTON (February 29, 2016) – Recognizing the importance of agriculture sustainability for farmers, ranchers and rural communities, the National Farmers Union (NFU) announced today they have joined Field to Market: The Alliance for Sustainable Agriculture. Working together with grower organizations, academia, conservation groups, public … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 24, 2016 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] WASHINGTON (February 24, 2016) – Fifty years ago, Green Thumb was the first nonprofit organization to run a jobs program for disadvantaged rural Americans in response to the War on Poverty. In celebration of the 50th anniversary and the unwavering support of Lady Bird Johnson for the organization … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 24, 2016 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] WASHINGTON (February 24, 2016) – Fifty years ago, Green Thumb was the first nonprofit organization to run a jobs program for disadvantaged rural Americans in response to the War on Poverty. In celebration of the 50th anniversary and the unwavering support of Lady Bird Johnson for the organization … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 23, 2016 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] WASHINGTON (February 23, 2016) – The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) is having a hard time attracting much support on Capitol Hill, so the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) briefed reporters today about TPP’s benefits in hopes of reviving the fledgling trade deal. But one farm … Read More

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 23, 2016 Contact: Andrew Jerome, 202-314-3106 [email protected] WASHINGTON (February 23, 2016) – The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) is having a hard time attracting much support on Capitol Hill, so the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) briefed reporters today about TPP’s benefits in hopes of reviving the fledgling trade deal. But one farm … Read More