American Farm Bureau Convention

Last week, the Farm Bureau announced that Bert Jacobs, co-founder and Chief Executive Optimist of Life is Good will serve as the keynote speaker for its 2023 convention in Puerto Rico, January 6th-11th.  Bert and his brother John launched their business with $78 in their pocket, selling t-shirts in the streets of Boston.  Today, ...

Farmers are invited to submit their nominations for the 2023 Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year contest, which is co-sponsored by Purina.  In its 5th year, the annual contest celebrates farm dogs and the many ways they support farmers and ranchers in producing nutritious food for families and their pets across America.  The nom...

Congratulations to Walla Walla, WA-based Harvust. The program, which company officials say help farm employers handle Human Resources needs, was recognized as the 2021 Entrepreneur of the Year at this year’s virtual AFBF Convention. Harvust co-founder Riley Clubb said winning was not only a great feeling, but it came as a complete surprise. “ ...

The American Farm Bureau Federation officially opened up the registration period for the 2021 American Farm Bureau Virtual Convention which runs January 10th-13th. For the first time in history, the group waived all registration fees to give all Farm Bureau members, as well as anyone interested in agriculture, the opportunity to experience one of agriculture’s premier events from the comfort and

According to the USDA’s Economic Research Service, 11.1% of American households were food insecure at some point during 2018, down from 11.8% reported in 2017.   “Food insecure households are defined as those who had difficulty at some point in a given time period providing food for all members due to lack of resources," said American Farm Bureau Federation Economic Analyst Megan Nelson.  &qu

President Trump will again join the American Farm Bureau Federation for its annual convention. The 101st AFBF Annual Convention and Trade Show runs January 17-22 in Austin, TX.  President Trump is scheduled to attend Sunday, January 19. Thi...

Following years of low farm income, bankruptcies are on the rise.  The American Farm Bureau Federation said delinquency rates are above the historical average and trending in the wrong direction.  The AFBF’s Allison Wilton, says the number of Chapter 12 bankruptcies has increased steadily.   “Since...

Following years of low farm income, bankruptcies are on the rise.  The American Farm Bureau Federation said delinquency rates are above the historical average and trending in the wrong direction.  The AFBF’s Allison Wilton, says the number of Chapter 12 bankruptcies has increased steadily.   “Since Jun...

Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue will address the closing general session at the 100th American Farm Bureau Federation Annual Convention and IDEAg Trade Show.  Perdue will give his remarks on January 14th in New Orleans, Louisiana, as part of the centennial celebration of AFBF.  Mo...

A panel discussion at the 99th American Farm Bureau Federation Annual Convention focused on the opioid epidemic; which statistics show is impacting three out of four farmers.  Much of the discussion focused on a collaboration between the American Farm Bureau Federation and National Farmers Union called Farm Town Strong.  The cam...