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NFU Champions Passage of the American Beef Labeling Act

February 6, 2025Press Releases
NFU Champions Passage of the American Beef Labeling Act

WASHINGTON – National Farmers Union (NFU) today announced support of the American Beef Labeling Act (ABLA), introduced by Senators John Thune (R-S.D.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.). This legislation codifies mandatory … Read More

NFU President Rob Larew Delivers Testimony to Senate Agriculture Committee, Highlights State of Agriculture and Policy Priorities for 2025

February 5, 2025Press Releases
NFU President Rob Larew Delivers Testimony to Senate Agriculture Committee, Highlights State of Agriculture and Policy Priorities for 2025

WASHINGTON – National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew today testified in front of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry to detail the current economic situation that … Read More

National Farmers Union Urges President to Consider Tariffs’ Impact on Farmers

January 31, 2025Press Releases
National Farmers Union Urges President to Consider Tariffs’ Impact on Farmers

WASHINGTON – National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew today issued the following statement in response to President Trump’s plan to enact tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China: “The trade … Read More

Ranchers Seek Approval of $83.5 Million Settlement with JBS in Cattle Antitrust Case

January 31, 2025Press Releases
Ranchers Seek Approval of $83.5 Million Settlement with JBS in Cattle Antitrust Case

WASHINGTON – Today, National Farmers Union, alongside ranch group R-CALF USA and four fed cattle producers, who filed a class-action antitrust lawsuit in April 2019 against JBS, Tyson, Cargill, and … Read More

Interim Rule on Biofuel Feedstocks is a Win for Family Farmers

January 16, 2025Press Releases
Interim Rule on Biofuel Feedstocks is a Win for Family Farmers

WASHINGTON – National Farmers Union (NFU) commends the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for publishing an interim rule on Technical Guidelines for Climate-Smart Agriculture Crops Used as Biofuel Feedstocks.  “Any … Read More

National Farmers Union Applauds USDA’s Protection of Poultry Growers

January 15, 2025Press Releases
National Farmers Union Applauds USDA’s Protection of Poultry Growers

WASHINGTON – National Farmers Union (NFU) commends the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for finalizing the Poultry Grower Payment Systems and Capital Improvement Systems rule, an essential step toward ensuring … Read More

National Farmers Union Secures Government Action Against John Deere’s Monopoly Power

January 15, 2025Press Releases
National Farmers Union Secures Government Action Against John Deere’s Monopoly Power

WASHINGTON – National Farmers Union (NFU) proudly supports the lawsuit filed by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the attorneys general of Minnesota and Illinois against John Deere & Co., … Read More

National Farmers Union Welcomes Release of 45Z Tax Credit Guidance

January 10, 2025Press Releases
National Farmers Union Welcomes Release of 45Z Tax Credit Guidance

WASHINGTON –  The U.S. Department of the Treasury today released long-awaited guidance on the implementation of the 45Z Clean Fuels Production tax credit. As part of the Inflation Reduction Act … Read More

NFU Remembers President Jimmy Carter, Last Farmer to Occupy White House and Farmers Union Award Recipient

December 29, 2024Press Releases
NFU Remembers President Jimmy Carter, Last Farmer to Occupy White House and Farmers Union Award Recipient

Photo Credit: LBJ Library WASHINGTON – National Farmers Union (NFU) today expressed condolences to the Carter family on the passing of the 39th President of the United States, Jimmy Carter.  Carter, … Read More

Continuing Resolution Offers Relief, But Farmers Deserve Better from Congress

December 20, 2024Press Releases
Continuing Resolution Offers Relief, But Farmers Deserve Better from Congress

WASHINGTON– National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew today issued this statement following the House passage of the continuing resolution, which extends the 2018 Farm Bill and provides supplemental economic … Read More

NFU Congratulates Klobuchar on Being Named Ranking Member of Senate Ag Committee

December 19, 2024Press Releases
NFU Congratulates Klobuchar on Being Named Ranking Member of Senate Ag Committee

WASHINGTON – National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew today issued the following statement on Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) being named ranking member of the Senate Agriculture Committee:  “Senator Klobuchar … Read More

NFU President Urges Congress: Don’t Abandon Farmers in CR Negotiations

December 19, 2024Press Releases
NFU President Urges Congress: Don’t Abandon Farmers in CR Negotiations

WASHINGTON – National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew today issued a second letter to Congress, urging lawmakers not to abandon family farmers and ranchers. Larew stressed the critical importance … Read More

Farmers Don’t Get to Walk Away from Their Obligations—Congress Shouldn’t Either

December 17, 2024Press Releases
Farmers Don’t Get to Walk Away from Their Obligations—Congress Shouldn’t Either

WASHINGTON – National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew today issued the following statement on the year-end government funding package released Tuesday evening:  “Congress has taken an important step by … Read More

NFU Statement on the Election of Rep. Angie Craig as Ranking Member

December 17, 2024Press Releases
NFU Statement on the Election of Rep. Angie Craig as Ranking Member

WASHINGTON – National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew issued the following statement today after the election of Representative Angie Craig (D-MN) to be the ranking member of the House … Read More

NFU Calls on Congress to Deliver Critical Support for Farmers Before Year-End

December 14, 2024Press Releases
NFU Calls on Congress to Deliver Critical Support for Farmers Before Year-End

WASHINGTON – National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew issued the following statement today, expressing frustration and urging Congress to address the urgent needs of family farmers and ranchers before … Read More

NFU Calls on Congress to Deliver Immediate Economic Relief

December 11, 2024Press Releases
NFU Calls on Congress to Deliver Immediate Economic Relief

WASHINGTON – National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew made the following statement on the need for economic relief for family farmers and ranchers:  “I’ve spent the past several weeks … Read More

Thanksgiving by the Numbers: Farmers Earn Cents, Consumers Pay Dollars

November 25, 2024Press Releases
Thanksgiving by the Numbers: Farmers Earn Cents, Consumers Pay Dollars

WASHINGTON – As Americans prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving with family gatherings, National Farmers Union (NFU) released the updated “Farmer’s Share of the Food Dollar” for items typically enjoyed during a … Read More

NFU Statement on Nomination of Brooke Rollins as Secretary of Agriculture

November 23, 2024Press Releases
NFU Statement on Nomination of Brooke Rollins as Secretary of Agriculture

WASHINGTON – National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew issued the following statement regarding the nomination of Brooke Rollins as Secretary of Agriculture: “I congratulate Ms. Rollins on her nomination … Read More

National Farmers Union Urges Congressional Leadership to Take Swift Action on the Farm Bill

November 18, 2024Press Releases
National Farmers Union Urges Congressional Leadership to Take Swift Action on the Farm Bill

WASHINGTON – National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew today made the following statement on the Farm Bill:   “Our priority for family farmers and ranchers remains steadfast: Congress must pass … Read More

National Farmers Union Outlines First-100-Days Priorities in Letter to President-Elect Trump

November 14, 2024Press Releases
National Farmers Union Outlines First-100-Days Priorities in Letter to President-Elect Trump

WASHINGTON – As the transition to the newly elected administration begins, National Farmers Union (NFU), representing family farmers and ranchers across the country, has sent a letter to President-elect Trump … Read More

National Farmers Union Congratulates President-Elect Trump

November 6, 2024Press Releases
National Farmers Union Congratulates President-Elect Trump

WASHINGTON – Following the call of the 2024 presidential election by the Associated Press in favor of Donald Trump as president-elect, National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew made the … Read More

NFU Applauds USDA’s Commitment to Fairness and Transparency for Farmers

October 8, 2024Press Releases
NFU Applauds USDA’s Commitment to Fairness and Transparency for Farmers

WASHINGTON – The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced today a series of actions in support of a fair and competitive agriculture market. National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob … Read More

National Farmers Union Joins Global Call for Farmer-Centric and Innovative Food Systems

September 26, 2024Press Releases
National Farmers Union Joins Global Call for Farmer-Centric and Innovative Food Systems

WASHINGTON – National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew joined leaders from G7 countries’ farmer organizations in Ortigia, Sicily, to emphasize the crucial role farmers play in shaping sustainable food … Read More

Farmers Union Members Descend on Washington with Urgent Message: Pass the Farm Bill

September 10, 2024Press Releases
Farmers Union Members Descend on Washington with Urgent Message: Pass the Farm Bill

Nearly 300 Farmers Union members from across the United States have converged in Washington this week to meet with lawmakers and advocate for the timely passage of a comprehensive five-year … Read More

National Farmers Union and USDA Announce Agreement to Strengthen Farm Service Agency County-Level Operations

September 9, 2024Press Releases
National Farmers Union and USDA Announce Agreement to Strengthen Farm Service Agency County-Level Operations

National Farmers Union (NFU) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to address staffing levels and improve customer service at USDA Farm Service … Read More

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