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Farm Bill, Trade, and Regulations Top Issues for NEFB Visit with Congressional Delegation
Stressing the importance of the upcoming Farm Bill, Nebraska Farm Bureau’s (NEFB) agricultural leaders met with Nebraska’s congressional delegation and other elected officials during a national affairs fly-in to Washington, D.C. Feb. 27-March 1.
Engage with Farm Bureau on Our Advocacy Update Call!
Join us once a month for a 30-minute update and discussion on the latest issues and policy actions that could impact your farm or ranch. Learn how Farm Bureau is advocating for you and how you can help us protect and support Nebraska farm and ranch families. All members welcome! Our next call is Wed., March 8 at 12:30 p.m. CT. Dial (402) 204-8272 to join our call. *Note you must call in as this will not dial out to you.
Policy Watch…
In this week’s Policy Watch, property valuations, precision agriculture, and water rights focus of Farm Bureau’s work at Capitol and American Farm Bureau president outlines challenges and opportunities to House Agriculture Committee.
Entrepreneurs Wanted!
Applications are open for the 2024 American Farm Ag Innovation Challenge, presented in partnership with Farm Credit. Showcase your startup company and innovative solutions by applying for the Ag Innovation Challenge. Winner takes home $50k. Applications due by May 12. Apply today!
Last Call! County Leaders Advocacy D.C. Trip
Are you interested in advocating for agricultural issues in Washington, D.C. on June 12-14? Sign up to receive more information on this exciting opportunity. Over three days, participants will hear from experts and in-turn voice their thoughts on topics including the 2023 Farm Bill, environmental regulations, and energy and economic policies. This is an opportunity for members to help law makers make the connection between what is happening on Nebraska farms ranches and what is being debated in the halls of Congress and within federal agencies. Sign up deadline is March 13. Please reach out to your Regional Manager or Whittney Kelley to reserve your spot!
