Trade Talks Need to be About Trade, Not Preventing It

The American Farm Bureau Federation has a long history of supporting opening markets – including our own. read more »

This August, Flex Your Political Muscle

This August provides a unique opportunity for producers to give their congressional members food for thought. read more »

Foundation Develops Teaching Materials

The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture can help teachers correct misconceptions about agriculture. read more »

McCain, Obama Pledge Support of Agriculture

Barack Obama and John McCain spoke to the American Farm Bureau Federation’s Council of Presidents meeting by teleconference. read more »

Current News
AFBF Backs Legislation Eliminating Freight Rail Antitrust Exemptions
More Corn, Fewer Soybeans Predicted for 2008
AFBF Hails EPA Denial of Texas RFS Waiver Request
Bill Bradley to Deliver Keynote Address to AFBF Annual Convention
AFBF: Carry Out Feed Programs as Intended
Farm Bureau Calls for Comprehensive, Bipartisan Energy Strategy

State Roundup

PFB Identifies Fluke in Farm Bill
-Pennsylvania Farm Bureau

Drought in Cimarron County
-Oklahoma Farm Bureau

Rural Development in Europe and Kansas
-Kansas Farm Bureau

FB Views

In Farm Bureau, Character Prevails
What makes an organization great? Many would argue it’s how well the organization lobbies Congress. Others say it depends on how well the organization sways public sentiment. Some folks think it’s the member benefits and perks. Granted, while all those components are important, they would mean nothing without character. continue »