NFU Hosts 85th All-States Leadership Retreat, Names 2023-24 National Youth Advisory Council

July 20, 2023Press Releases No Comments

HIGHWOOD, MT – Youth members of Farmers Union from around the country participated in the 85th National Farmers Union (NFU) All-States Leadership Retreat. This year’s event was held at Montana Farmers Union’s Arrowpeak Lodge in Highwood, MT. Participants in the retreat ranged from ages 18 to 22 and heard from speakers including Montana Farmers Union … Read More

NFU Participates in White House Event on Competition in the Farm Bill

July 13, 2023Press Releases No Comments

WASHINGTON – Today, National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew participated in a meeting hosted by the White House and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to discuss competition priorities in the farm bill. “We need a farm bill that prioritizes fair and competitive markets. Today’s meeting shows the continued commitment from this administration on competition in … Read More

NFU Statement on Xochitl Torres Small Confirmation as Deputy Secretary of Agriculture

July 11, 2023Press Releases No Comments

WASHINGTON – Today, National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew issued the following statement on the confirmation of Xochitl Torres Small to serve as the Deputy Secretary of Agriculture for the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).  “NFU welcomes the confirmation of Deputy Secretary Torres Small in her new role. Rural communities are stronger and … Read More