NFU Convention

Delegates to the National Farmers Union convention in Bellevue, WA, reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to addressing climate change.  However, they’ve said no to a proposal asking the organization to get involved with the Green New Deal supported by many Democrats in Congress.   Farmers...

The National Farmers Union’s 117th Anniversary Convention concluded Tuesday in Bellevue, WA.  More than 460 family farmers and ranchers convened in western Washington to determine policy positions for the upcoming year.  Following the convention, President Roger Johnson said this week’s event demonstrates how NFU’s strength comes from the grassroots level.   “Farmers Union mem...

The National Farmers Union will hold its 117th Anniversary Convention March 3rd - 5th in Bellevue.  Patty Edelburg, NFU Vice President, said they selected western Washington, because the organization had not been in the Northwest for several years, and they also wanted to focus on growing membership in Washington.   ...