(AFBF/Puerto Rico/Jan. 8, 2023) — American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) President Zippy Duvall Opened 2023 AFBF Convention General Session this morning with an inspiring speech highlighting some of the great work the Farm Bureau family is doing throughout the country. Thank you! Good morning! Welcome to San Juan! I hope you’re having a good time enjoying the beauty that God …
American Farm Bureau Encouraged by Tax Framework, but Refinement Needed
The following may be attributed to American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall: “Comprehensive tax reform is essential to addressing the financial challenges faced by America’s farmers and ranchers. The tax-reform framework announced today is an important step toward a fair and equitable tax system that encourages success, savings, investment, and entrepreneurship. “Farm Bureau is encouraged to see that this …
Farm Bureau Responds to USTR’s NAFTA Objectives
The following statement may be attributed to Zippy Duvall, president, American Farm Bureau Federation: “The North American Free Trade agreement has helped America’s farmers and ranchers make significant gains in U.S. ag exports to Canada and Mexico, and the administration’s negotiating objectives for the agreement will maintain and improve agricultural trade with our nearest trading partners. We look forward to …
Agri View: Southern Choice
Everett Griner talks about the choice made for Secretary of Agriculture and President of the Farm Bureau Federation of America in today’s Agri View. I think it is safe to assume that farmers in the southeast feel a little more assured today. You see, two of the strongest and most representative voices in all of the agriculture are …
AFBF Pres. Duvall: Confirm Judge Gorsuch
The following may be attributed to American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall: “Judge Neil Gorsuch was nominated last night to the Supreme Court. If confirmed, he will assume the seat last occupied by Justice Antonin Scalia. He is a worthy successor. The American Farm Bureau Federation calls for his swift confirmation by the Senate. “Like Scalia, Judge Gorsuch does …