By Cyndie Shearing
More than 4,000 farmer and rancher Farm Bureau members gathered for the 107th American Farm Bureau Convention, held earlier this month in Anaheim, California.
Setting the stage for a dynamic convention experience, during his annual address to members AFBF President Zippy Duvall encouraged attendees to imagine the possibilities before them and dream of growing an even brighter future for agriculture. He acknowledged the economic challenges many farmers face and urged resolve, optimistic about brighter days ahead. He also challenged young leaders to take the next step in their Farm Bureau journey and urged all attendees to lead in their communities and across the organization.
Underscoring Farm Bureau’s strong presence in the nation’s capital, a slate of distinguished elected leaders and administration officials addressed today’s most pressing agricultural issues.
All four leaders of the congressional agriculture committees made a rare joint appearance, offering attendees a bipartisan look at the issues shaping rural America. Senate Agriculture Committee Chair Sen. John Boozman (R‑Ark.) and Ranking Member Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D‑Minn.) joined House Agriculture Committee Chair Rep. Glenn “GT” Thompson (R‑Pa.) and Ranking Member Rep. Angie Craig (D‑Minn.) to discuss priorities such as passing a new farm bill, strengthening markets at home and abroad, securing a reliable workforce for farmers and ranchers, and elevating grassroots advocacy. Watch their discussion here.
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