American Farm Bureau Federation - The Voice of Agriculture
WEBSep 5, 2024 · American Farm Bureau Federation is the unified national voice of agriculture, working through our grassroots organizations to enhance and strengthen the lives of rural Americans and to build strong, prosperous agricultural communities.
Why is Precision Agriculture Important? - American Farm Bureau …
WEBSep 13, 2023 · Beginnings. The term “precision agriculture” means managing, tracking or enhancing crop or livestock production inputs, including seed, feed, fertilizer, chemicals, water and time, at a heightened level of accuracy to improve efficiencies and commodity quality and yield, while positively impacting environmental stewardship.
Newsline | Section Home | American Farm Bureau Federation
WEB3 days ago · Newsline is a twice-weekly radio segment that covers a wide range of agricultural issues and news from the American Farm Bureau Federation. Subscribe to Newsline.
News | Section Home | American Farm Bureau Federation
WEBNews. A comprehensive news feed that includes news releases, mentions in the press, a bi-weekly audio podcast, and Farm Bureau® News. Stay informed about the latest developments and current events related to agriculture and our organization's activities.
Capital Gains Taxes - American Farm Bureau Federation
WEBAug 15, 2024 · Capital gains taxes are due when farm or ranch land, buildings, breeding livestock and timber are sold. The tax is owed on the amount that the property increased in value since it was purchased. The current top capital gains tax is 20 percent. Farmers and ranchers often pay the top rate (which is assessed on high income taxpayers) because their ...
Crop Insurance 101: The Basics - American Farm Bureau Federation
WEBMay 2, 2024 · Crop insurance remains a crucial safeguard for farmers, tracing back to the Great Depression and evolving into a vital tool amidst today's market and weather volatility.
American Farm Bureau Federation
WEBAmerica’s farmers and ranchers overcome great challenges every day as they work to produce safe and abundant food, fiber and renewable fuel for the world. Farm Bureau is working to help its members achieve their goals through savings on the products and services they need to keep their operations running smoothly.
Strong Dairy Prices Overshadowed by Farm Operating Expenses
WEBJul 13, 2022 · The record prices at the mailbox have largely been dwarfed by increases in production costs. Feed costs, even with some recent declines, remain well above average. Uncertainty surrounding crop supply expectations globally continue to apply upward pricing pressure. As of May 2022, the average corn feed costs used to calculate the Farm Service Agency’s Dairy Margin Coverage Program margin was ...
Events | American Farm Bureau Federation
WEBEvents American Farm Bureau events bring people together for leadership training, professional development, building connections, and inspiration. Register today and engage with ag producers, members, and leaders across the country. > Events UPCOMING EVENTS TRADESHOWS & FORUMS MEMBER & LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCES VIRTUAL & ON DEMAND
Issues | American Farm Bureau Federation
WEBExplore the American Farm Bureau Federation's policy priorities and advocacy efforts on key agricultural issues.