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A Sustainable Harvest

November 25, 2020 |

As farmers and ranchers, we know we are part of a bigger story. We are caretakers of the land for a time, following in the footsteps of generations before us.

November 24, 2020 | Newsline

The latest Cattle on Feed Report shows a decline in placements and an increase in inventory. Micheal Clements shares how the data from the Department of Agriculture impacts livestock markets.
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Rural or Urban, Farm or City – We All Need Each Other

November 23, 2020 |

Nearly 40 years ago as I started my career in agriculture communications, the week leading up to Thanksgiving celebrated those who live on the land and care for critters (livestock), while recognizing the important partnership farmers have with consumers.

North Carolina Farmers Work to Raise an Ag Literate Next Generation

November 23, 2020 |

For North Carolina farmers Erica and Justin Edwards, educating people about agriculture and all it provides – from food and fiber to career opportunities – starts with preschoolers and continues well into the young adult years.

November Cattle on Feed Report Shows Sharp Decline in Placements, Inventory Up

November 20, 2020 |

This report showed a total inventory of 11.973 million head for the United States on November 1, up from 2019 and from last month. This 1.3% year-over-year increase is slightly below analysts’ expectations of an average increase of 1.8% in feedlot inventories, but still within the expected range.

Farm Bureau Calls on Congress to Extend Key Tax Provisions

November 20, 2020 |

The American Farm Bureau Federation and more than 60 other organizations are urging Congress to extend tax provisions that promote biofuel production, as well as craft breweries, wineries and distilleries.

Food Industry Confident Supply Chain Can Withstand Panic Shopping

November 19, 2020 |

Grocery stores move to ration key items as the coronavirus surges, but experts are bullish on the supply chain.

November 19, 2020 | Newsline

The Annual Thanksgiving price survey by the American Farm Bureau Federation shows lower prices for a traditional Thanksgiving meal this year. Micheal Clements shares the data behind the decline.
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November 19, 2020 | News Releases

Thanksgiving celebrations will look different for many Americans this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Help to Make the Season Bright

November 18, 2020 |

Anyone who’s spent any time around farmers knows that they are strong, independent and courageous, often in the face of overwhelming odds.