The American Farm Bureau Convention continued today with a full slate including a keynote address, reflections from congressional leadership, diverse workshops, Cultivation Center Stage presentations and a medley of awards.
AFBF President Zippy Duvall encouraged each and every member of the audience to imagine the possibilities before them and dream of growing an even brighter future for agriculture during his keynote address. He challenged attendees to strive for servant leadership, even when there are costs and sacrifices associated with serving.
“Leadership will take all you can give, and then some,” Duvall said. “It isn’t something you take on for yourself—leaders are driven to help and serve others. They believe in their hearts that giving their all can and will make a difference. Maybe not today, and maybe not even next week or next year, but how you lead right now matters.”
Duvall also encouraged farmers and ranchers to engage with the administration, lawmakers and consumers to explain what farmers are doing every day to grow a safe, healthy food supply.
“Every conversation, every engagement bridges the gap—from stories on social media to meetings at your statehouse, and even the White House,” Duvall told attendees. “We believe it’s critical for consumers and lawmakers to hear straight from farmers.”
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