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Farm Bureau advocates for farmers and ranchers in the public policy arena. Learn more about the process below and at the links to the left.

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Nebraska Farm Bureau Newswire

News from the Nebraska state capitol and the nation's capitol for Nebraska's farm leaders. Want to receive Newswire by email? Click here.  Please give us your feedback on Newswire by clicking here.

2009 Policy Development Guides

These overviews of policy issues, developed by governmental relations staff members of Nebraska Farm Bureau and the American Farm Bureau, are designed to assist County Farm Bureaus in discussing these issues as part of Farm Bureau's grassroots policy development process. Each guide includes questions for discussion.

Animal Welfare

Livestock Growth and Development

Wind Energy

Local and Organic Food Movement

Sals Tax Exemptions

Statewide Water Plan

Public and Animal Health Interactions

Traceability and Labeling




Testimony/Comments/Letters

Farm Bureau actively lobbies state and national policymakers. To see recent testimony on national legislation and issues, click here. Check back for state legislative testimony when the Nebraska Legislature resumes in January 2010. For examples and tips for writing your own letter, click here.

Priority Issues

Each year Nebraska Farm Bureau's Board of Directors designates priority state issues to receive focused attention. Follow the link below for details and the current priorities.