Farm Policy Facts
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FPF is a nonprofit, nonpartisan coalition created to educate policymakers & Americans about agriculture’s contribution to a strong and vibrant United States.
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Joined February 2012
Tomorrow is National Farmer’s Day – Get to know some of the amazing men and women who carry forward a tradition that benefits every American household: https://t.co/Ll2DFctyr1
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#SugarFactWednesday Ever wondered where the word “sugar” comes from? It traces back to the Sanskrit word “śarkarā,” meaning “grit” or “gravel” — inspired by the crystal texture of real sugar enjoyed for thousands of years. #RealSugar #FoodHistory
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Members of @TexasFarmBureau are in Washington meeting with elected leaders and policymakers to advocate for farmers and ranchers across the Lone Star State. Chairman @JohnBoozman appreciates their insight as he continues to champion support for farmers, defense against New World
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Did you know hail insurance dates back to Ben Franklin? For over a century, the private sector has made his vision a reality, offering billions in protection. Its separate from the federal program and provides the flexibility to create personalized coverage for farmers.
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Meet Ryan and Madilyn Yeatts. They raise Royal White hair sheep and tend a large garden to sell produce at farmers markets. Ryan is also an operations analyst for Standard Meat Company. He helps restaurants, fast food chains and meal kit providers with pricing, steak cutting and
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Corn growers can’t wait—Congress must unlock #YearRoundE15 access now. Farmers, families and the economy depend on it. Add your voice today! 👉 https://t.co/8VyeLIsr4R
#FuelTheFuture #UnlockE15 @NECornBoard @NeCGA
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American sugar crop growers work hard today so they can #KeepAmericaSweet and create a lasting legacy for future generations of farmers. #SweetFact: The U.S. sugar industry creates more than 151,000 jobs in more than two dozen states and adds $23.3 billion annually to the U.S.
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This year’s Thanksgiving dinner for 10 will cost $55.18, or about $5.52 per person—that’s a moderate decline from last year, according to the Farm Bureau's 40th annual #ThanksgivingSurvey. 📰 https://t.co/lJZxZ3fFGr
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Meet Sarah Roderick! She’s the events and outreach coordinator for AgSpire, a company that partners with farmers and ranchers across the U.S. to improve their operations through regenerative and conservation-based practices. Sarah also helps with her family’s cattle ranch in
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Meet Jacob and Laura Henson! They wear many hats in agriculture, including growing and selling vegetables at farmers markets. They raise cattle and help operate Laura’s family’s farm, white-tailed deer ranch and silage harvesting business. They also own a small business marketing
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Thoughts from Houston McKenzie who ranches in Far West Texas
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“Clean water is a top priority for farmers and ranchers—we depend on it. We are pleased that the new rule protects critical water sources while respecting the efforts of farmers to protect the natural resources they’ve been entrusted with."—@ZippyDuvall
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Crop insurance is different by design. Private providers must offer coverage to any eligible farmer, regardless of risk, at fair rates set by the USDA. This creates an equitable system where companies compete on service, not risk selection. Learn more: https://t.co/QSK8EIxhem
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BIG WIN for America’s farmers! The new WOTUS proposal puts rural America first with a clearer, common-sense rule that protects our waters and ends confusing red tape.
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ICYMI: USDA NASS released their November Crop Production report Friday, pegging Missouri production at 646 million bushels. Nationwide, corn production for grain is estimated at 16.8 billion bushels - the largest on record if realized. https://t.co/Tey3Hq2woB
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Family is so sweet ❤️🌱 Rachel is a fifth-generation farmer and a third-generation sugarbeet grower. Her daughter Isla may one day become the next generation of growers keeping it sweet in America. Meet more of the family farmers whose grit and dedication inspire us every
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It’s National Indiana Day! There’s more than corn in Indiana—there’s an $11B ag economy. To keep that engine running, crop insurance protects 9.8 million acres with $8B in coverage, helping farmers manage risk and keep the state a leader in ag. https://t.co/Wk8OQJBisp
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Did you know it takes billions of cucumbers to satisfy America's love for pickles? On National Pickle Day, we celebrate the U.S. farmers who grew approximately 1.43B pounds of cucumbers last year. Learn more about why farmers rely on crop insurance: https://t.co/Wk8OQJBQhX
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Sugarcane #Harvest2025 is still going strong in Louisiana and Florida and will continue into the winter or spring until harvest is complete. A big thank you to everyone in the fields working hard so that we can eat! Learn more: https://t.co/d2TWXPATcc.
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For multi-generational farmers, every decision is long-term. After months of flooding, one CA grower said crop insurance makes it “a lot simpler... that we can continue on another year.” It provides the stability to think long-term. https://t.co/SCcgE5FlIM
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