The signup period for 2022 coverage under USDA’s Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program is now underway. DMC offers effective margin protection for small and mid-sized farms and affordable catastrophic coverage for large farms. More than $1.1 billion – a record – in DMC payments…

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced publication of a proposed rule in the Federal Register to amend the Apple Crop Provisions. The proposed changes are based on stakeholder feedback and recommended changes from a contracted study on the apple crop insurance program. Following…

The American Farm Bureau Federation, along with more than 60 other agriculture groups, sent a letter to the Biden administration requesting that agricultural workers be exempted from travel restrictions from South Africa. The “Proclamation on Suspension of Entry as Immigrants and Nonimmigrants…

Fertilizer prices continue to skyrocket, as much as 300% in some areas, as farmers grapple with increased costs as they prepare for the 2022 growing season. The American Farm Bureau Federation’s latest Market Intel examines the short- and long-term factors impacting fertilizer supply…

The Massachusetts Farm Bureau Federation (MFBF) is pleased to announce that Brian Wick from Plymouth has been appointed by American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) President Zippy Duvall to AFBF’s environmental regulations advisory committee.    “I am honored to be chosen…

Massachusetts Farm Bureau Federation (MFBF) is pleased to announce that Heather Bonanno-Baker from Methuen has been appointed by American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) President Zippy Duvall to AFBF’s Young Farmers & Ranchers (YF&R) committee.    “Being appointed…

Through a geneours bequest from the late John and Liolia Schipper, the Massachusetts Farm Bureau Agricultural Preservation Foundation (MFBAPF) was able to award three Massachusetts farmers grants. These grants are focused on assisting Massachusetts farmers in becoming more economically viable and…

The Massachusetts Farm Bureau Federation (MFBF) hosted its 2021 annual business meeting on Dec. 3, during which delegates voted on board of director positions and discussed and adopted resolutions.  “Farm Bureau is known for its grassroots policy process,” said newly elected President…