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September 22, 2020 | Newsline

This week is Rail Safety week and the American Farm Bureau Federation is promoting safety tips for farmers and ranchers around railroad crossings.
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September 21, 2020 | Newsline

The recently announced second round of coronavirus relief provides an additional $14 billion for farmers and ranchers.
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September 17, 2020 | Newsline

American Farm Bureau Federation is urging lawmakers to support legislation to address wildfires. Micheal Clements shares how the bill seeks to reduce the impact of wildfires in the future.
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September 15, 2020 | Newsline

Farm groups are asking Congress to ensure the USDA has the tools to help farmers. Chad Smith tells us they’re requesting a replenishment to the Commodity Credit Corporation.
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September 10, 2020 | Newsline

The American Farm Bureau Federation is helping voters navigate the challenges of making sure their voice is heard in the 2020 election. Micheal Clements tells us about a new online toolkit to help farmers and ranchers.
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September 8, 2020 | Newsline

The COVID-19 pandemic created a record gap between what consumers pay for beef and pork and the money received by farmers. Micheal Clements tells us how large the disparity is.
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September 3, 2020 | Newsline

New trade data shows China buying more U.S. commodities. However, Micheal Clements tells us those sales aren’t on pace with trade commitments.
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September 1, 2020 | Newsline

A new NRCS conservation compliance rule falls short of farmers needs, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation. Micheal Clements tells us how the rule doesn’t address what Farm Bureau calls unfair treatment of farmers.
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August 27, 2020 | Newsline

Farmers in central Iowa are cleaning up and preparing for an uncertain harvest following the derecho storm earlier this month. Micheal Clements tells us how much work is ahead for the region.
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August 25, 2020 | Newsline

Farm groups are working to break the stigma behind farm stress and seeking help. Micheal Clements tells us its important that farmers don’t carry the burden alone.
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