Dec 18
NGFA Economist Max Fisher Highlights $400 Billion Industry Impact and Legislative Priorities for 2026: While the American farmer is often the face of agriculture, a massive economic engine hums quietly in the background between the farm gate and the grocery store shelf. Max Fisher, Chief Economist and Treasurer at the National Grain and Feed Association …
Dec 03
Joby Young, Executive Vice President of the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), recently outlined the organization’s policy priorities to Intern Karleigh Erramouspe, focusing on regulatory relief, the slow completion of the Farm Bill, and the challenging economic landscape facing U.S. farmers and ranchers. Focus on Food Safety and Health Initiatives Young began by discussing the …
Nov 28
Farm director KC Sheperd spoke with Michael Langemeier of Purdue University, who began with an introduction to the Ag Economy Barometer, a monthly survey conducted by Purdue to track the sentiment of U.S. agricultural producers. Langemeier explained that the survey has been ongoing for about a decade and involves polling 400 producers every month. “We …
Nov 24
Farm Director KC Shepherd spoke with Faith Parham, an Economist at the American Farm Bureau Federation, about the ongoing struggles in the U.S. farm economy, the high cost of inputs, and the critical importance of trade deals and farm safety nets. The Current State of the Farm Economy Parham painted a clear picture of the …
Jul 13
The U.S. economy continues to defy gravity and remains strong despite lingering inflationary pressures, higher borrowing costs and a barrage of other headwinds. Consumers continue to spend aggressively on services, businesses are still investing and the labor market remains incredibly strong. Secure jobs are the most important element in consumer spending and well-employed Americans have …
