Thursday June 19 Ag News

Pillen, Dairy Industry, and Local Leaders Celebrate Groundbreaking of Milk Processing Facility in Seward

Wednesday afternoon, Governor Jim Pillen, state and local leaders, and Nebraska’s dairy industry celebrated the groundbreaking of a milk processing plant at the Seward Rail Campus. The facility is being built by DARI Processing, LLC of Rising City—a fourth-generation dairy company run by the Tuls family.

“Nebraskans raise the finest crops and livestock in America,” said Gov. Pillen. “Instead of shipping these commodities out of state, we can add value to them right here in Nebraska. I commend Todd and TJ Tuls for constructing a dairy plant to capture the full value of milk from local dairies.”

DARI Processing expects the new facility to process 1.8 million pounds of milk per day when it reaches full capacity in the coming years. The company anticipates hiring the equivalent of 70 full-time positions at the dairy plant. Combining multiple stages of production in Nebraska, at a strategic location along Interstate 80, will allow the company to maximize its resources.

Bringing Milk Processing Home to Nebraska
“Dairies in Nebraska, including ours, have been shipping more and more milk out of state,” said TJ Tuls, co-owner and CEO of DARI Processing. “We are excited to build this plant adding new processing capacity. This will help keep 30% of the state’s milk here—saving hundreds of thousands of miles on trucks, reducing emissions, and making dairy more sustainable.”

“We vetted two states for this project, and Nebraska wanted it significantly more [than the other option],” he added. “We’ve received a warm welcome from Seward. The city and state have been great partners in setting up the power, water, gas for the facility.”

The State of Nebraska is helping to fund the extension of Worthman Boulevard, as well as sewer and water/wastewater extensions, to support the new dairy plant. The Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) is providing $1 million of funding through the Community Development Block Grant Program for the infrastructure project, which the City of Seward is matching. The Nebraska Department of Transportation is awarding $583,000 for the infrastructure improvements through its Economic Opportunity Program. Additionally, DED is awarding $500,000 of Site and Building Development Funds for the project to support construction of the facility. 

Producing Healthy, Shelf-Stable Milk
DARI Processing’s facility in Seward will process raw milk at ultra-high temperatures (UHT Pasteurization) to eliminate bacteria. Then, milk products will be packaged immediately in airtight bottles/containers within a sterile environment. This process, known as aseptic production, results in fresh milk and cream that can go up to 12 months without refrigeration. The longer shelf life will expand opportunities for DARI Processing to ship Nebraska dairy across the country and potentially around the world.

Attendess of today’s groundbreaking were treated to a bottle of Moo’v—one of the primary products that the new dairy plant will make.

“Milk is the best beverage that anyone can drink,” said TJ Tuls. “We’re producing Moo’v for people looking for healthy options. It’s ultra-filtered, lactose-free, high in protein, has all-natural ingredients, and tastes amazing.” Moo’v is sold at Hy-Vee and grocery stores across the state. A map of Moo’v retail locations is available at realdari.com/where-to-buy.

A Response to Supply-Chain Challenges
Challenges encountered during the coronavirus pandemic were a motivating factor for the Tuls family to build its innovative, aseptic processing plant.

“COVID was an eye-opener for us. We had to dump millions of gallons of milk in the U.S. due to supply chain disruptions,” said Todd Tuls, co-owner of DARI Processing, in remarks to the Seward City Council on June 3rd. “We’re excited to produce a shelf-stable product that will require less refrigeration and can help get people through natural disasters.”

A Big Win for Nebraska
“This is a big win for Nebraska,” said Jonathan Jank, President & CEO of Seward County Chamber & Development Partnership. “The Governor, Nebraska State Dairy Association, the Alliance for the Future of Agriculture in Nebraska (AFAN), and state agencies have been working tirelessly to pave the way for more dairy processing in Nebraska. We’re grateful for their efforts, and we’re excited to welcome DARI Processing to Seward!”

Jank thanked numerous partners who’ve made the project possible—including the City of Seward, Nebraska Public Power District, Black Hills Energy, state agencies, and dairy industry groups. “A project of this magnitude only happens through great teamwork,” he said. “We’re blessed to have leaders in Seward County, and across Nebraska, who have both the vision and commitment to achieve economic growth.”



Nebraska State Dairy Association Celebrates Groundbreaking of DARI Processing in Seward 

The Nebraska State Dairy Association (NSDA) proudly joins state and local leaders, industry partners, and Nebraska dairy farm families in celebrating the groundbreaking of DARI Processing’s new dairy processing facility in Seward, Nebraska. Today’s event marks a significant milestone for the state’s dairy sector and agricultural economy. 

Founded by a team of fourth-generation Nebraska dairy farmers, DARI Processing, LLC is building a state-of-the-art facility to produce MOO’V™ Real Milk — a premium, ultra-filtered, lactose-free milk that’s high in protein and low in sugar. This product exemplifies Nebraska dairy producers’ commitment to innovation, quality, and meeting the changing preferences of today’s consumers. 

“As a statewide organization dedicated to supporting dairy producers and promoting the vitality of Nebraska’s dairy sector, we are thrilled to see a Nebraska-based, farmer-led company like DARI Processing bring added value and opportunity to our state,” said Kris Bousquet, Executive Director of the Nebraska State Dairy Association. “This project not only highlights the innovation within our industry, but also reinforces Nebraska’s reputation as a top destination for dairy growth and investment.” 

The Seward facility is expected to process approximately 1.8 million pounds of milk per day, classifying it as a medium-scale plant. According to a recent University of Nebraska–Lincoln dairy study, a facility of this size could generate an estimated $140 million in annual economic impact, highlighting the importance of this development to the region and the state. 

The groundbreaking represents a pivotal moment in Nebraska’s dairy story — one rooted in resilience, forward-thinking leadership, and deep family farming traditions. NSDA is proud to support this endeavor and looks forward to the long-term benefits it will bring to producers, consumers, and rural communities across Nebraska. 



AFAN Welcomes Innovative Dairy Processing Plant to Nebraska 

AFAN is excited to congratulate DARI Processing on its upcoming venture in Seward, Nebraska, with the construction of a state-of-the-art processing plant. This facility marks a significant milestone for DARI Processing, LLC as it becomes the new home for their groundbreaking product, MOO’V™, which was successfully introduced to the market a year ago.  

MOO’V™ is a revolutionary lactose-free beverage, rich in protein and low in sugar, specially crafted to cater to the nutritional needs of children. This innovative drink boasts natural flavors that elevate the already delightful taste of milk, without the addition of extra sugar or artificial colors. Furthermore, MOO’V™'s lactose-free, whole milk formula ensures easy digestion and provides sustainable energy. Each 14oz grab-and-go bottle packs an impressive 19 grams of protein while containing just 7 grams of naturally occurring sugars. 

In addition to producing MOO’V™, the new facility will process a variety of other dairy products to meet evolving consumer demands. The plant is expected to handle approximately 1.8 million pounds of milk per day, classifying it as a medium-sized facility based on recent data from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln (UNL) Dairy Study. According to the study, a medium-scale dairy processing facility is estimated to have a direct annual economic impact of $140 million, highlighting the significance of this development for both Seward County and the broader Nebraska economy. 

Steve Martin, the Executive Director of AFAN (Alliance for the Future of Agriculture in Nebraska), expressed his excitement, stating, " We are thrilled to extend a warm Nebraska welcome to DARI Processing, LLC and thank them for choosing Seward for the home of their new processing facility.  AFAN and the Grow Nebraska Dairy team have worked tirelessly to attract new dairy processing companies.  The state of Nebraska is well positioned for dairy growth and we’re excited to support that growth. " 



EPA Region 7 Hosts Agribusiness and Cooperative Associations at Regional Office 

Wednesday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) hosted agribusiness and cooperative associations at the Regional Office in Lenexa, Kansas, to discuss topics at the intersection of agriculture and EPA regulations. Together, these groups represent thousands of agricultural businesses and stakeholders across Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska. 

“It’s important to maintain strong relationships with groups that represent the regulated community in our four states,” said EPA Region 7 Administrator Jim Macy. “Meetings like the one we had today lay the foundation for partnerships that will Power the Great American Comeback and advance EPA’s priority of clean air, water, and land for every American.”
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The listening session centered on EPA’s statutory authorities under the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, and Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act. 

Attendees included representatives from:
    Agribusiness Association of Iowa
    Iowa Institute for Cooperatives
    Kansas Agribusiness Retailers Association
    Kansas Cooperative Council
    Missouri Agribusiness Association
    Nebraska Agri-Business Association
    Nebraska Cooperative Council

As part of EPA’s Powering the Great American Comeback Initiative, the agency is committed to partnering with agricultural businesses to safeguard our environment while streamlining regulatory processes to boost economic investment. 



Commercial Red Meat Production Down 5 Percent from Last Year

Commercial red meat production for the United States totaled 4.38 billion pounds in May, down 5 percent from the 4.62 billion pounds produced in May 2024.

Beef production, at 2.12 billion pounds, was 9 percent below the previous year. Cattle slaughter totaled 2.45 million head, down 11 percent from May 2024. The average live weight was up 27 pounds from the previous year, at 1,422 pounds.

Veal production totaled 2.2 million pounds, 37 percent below May a year ago. Calf slaughter totaled 10,400 head, down 41 percent from May 2024. The average live weight was up 26 pounds from last year, at 362 pounds.

Pork production totaled 2.24 billion pounds, down 2 percent from the previous year. Hog slaughter totaled 10.4 million head, down 2 percent from May 2024. The average live weight was down 1 pound from the previous year, at 289 pounds.

Lamb and mutton production, at 11.5 million pounds, was up slightly from May 2024. Sheep slaughter totaled 186,200 head, slightly below last year. The average live weight was 122 pounds, up 1 pound from May a year ago.

By State         (million lbs.  -  % May '24)
Nebraska ......:     640.6             97       
Iowa ............:      739.0             98       
Kansas ..........:     437.4             84       

January to May 2025 commercial red meat production was 22.5 billion pounds, down 2 percent from 2024. Accumulated beef production was down 2 percent from last year, veal was down 39 percent, pork was down 1 percent from last year, and lamb and mutton production was up 3 percent. 



Weekly Ethanol Production for 6/13/2025

According to EIA data analyzed by the Renewable Fuels Association for the week ending June 13, ethanol production eased 1.0% from the prior week’s record high to 1.11 million b/d, equivalent to 46.58 million gallons daily. Still, output was 4.9% higher than the same week last year and 5.2% above the three-year average for the week. The four-week average ethanol production rate increased 1.8% to 1.10 million b/d, equivalent to an annualized rate of 16.88 billion gallons (bg).

Ethanol stocks rose 1.6% to 24.1 million barrels. Stocks were 2.1% more than the same week last year and 3.5% above the three-year average. Inventories built across all regions except the Gulf Coast (PADD 3) and Rocky Mountains (PADD 4).

The volume of gasoline supplied to the U.S. market, a measure of implied demand, expanded 1.4% to 9.30 million b/d (142.94 bg annualized). Demand was 0.9% less than a year ago but 2.3% above the three-year average.

Refiner/blender net inputs of ethanol climbed 0.6% to 910,000 b/d, equivalent to 13.99 bg annualized. Yet, net inputs were 2.3% less than year-ago levels and 0.3% below the three-year average.

Ethanol exports swelled 7.9% to an estimated 163,000 b/d (6.8 million gallons/day), a 10-week high. It has been more than a year since EIA indicated ethanol was imported.



All Retail Fertilizers See Only Slight Price Moves for First Time This Spring

Average retail prices for most fertilizers continued to be higher than last month during the second week of June 2025. But for the first time this spring, no fertilizer saw a significant price move in either direction, which DTN designates as anything 5% or more.

Prices for seven fertilizers were up just slightly from last month. DAP had an average price of $805 per ton, MAP $832/ton, potash $474/ton, urea $656/ton, 10-34-0 $669/ton, UAN28 $418/ton and UAN32 $495/ton.

The price of one fertilizer was slightly lower than last month. Anhydrous had an average price of $773/ton.

On a price per pound of nitrogen basis, the average urea price was $0.71/lb.N, anhydrous $0.47/lb.N, UAN28 $0.75/lb.N and UAN32 $0.77/lb.N.

Prices for seven fertilizers are now higher than they were a year earlier. MAP is 1% higher, DAP is 3% more expensive, 10-34-0 4% higher, anhydrous are 5% more expensive, UAN28 is 19% more expensive, UAN32 is 24% higher and urea is 25% more expensive looking back to last year. The price for the remaining fertilizer continues to be lower. Potash is 7% lower compared to last year.



Rollins Announces Plan to Combat New World Screwworm’s Northward Spread

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins Wednesday morning launched an $8.5 million sterile New World screwworm (NWS) fly dispersal facility in South Texas and announced a sweeping five-pronged plan (PDF, 380 KB) to enhance USDA’s already robust ability to detect, control, and eliminate this pest. These urgent actions are necessary to finish the fight against NWS and protect the United States.

NWS is a devastating pest that causes serious and often deadly damage to livestock, wildlife, pets, and in rare cases, humans. While NWS has been eradicated from the United States for decades, recent detections in Mexico as far north as Oaxaca and Veracruz, about 700 miles away from the U.S. border, led to the immediate suspension of live cattle, horse, and bison imports through U.S. ports of entry along the southern border on May 11, 2025.

“The United States has defeated NWS before and we will do it again,” said Secretary Rollins. “We do not take lightly the threat NWS poses to our livestock industry, our economy, and our food supply chain. The United States government will use all resources at its disposal to push back NWS, and today’s announcement of a domestic strategy to bolster our border defenses is just the beginning. We have the proven tools, strong domestic and international partnerships, and the grit needed to win this battle.”

Following the dispersal facility groundbreaking at Moore Air Base, Secretary Rollins will meet with APHIS’s cattle fever tick riders along the Rio Grande River. The Secretary will see firsthand the critical role tick riders provide for identifying wildlife and preventing the spread of wild disease. In the event NWS advances northward into the U.S., these tick riders will play a crucial role in spotting and combatting this pest.

Key Facets of USDA’s Five-Pronged Plan (PDF, 380 KB) to Address New World Screwworm

1. Stop the Pest from Spreading in Mexico and Ensure We Are Full Partners in Eradication
    USDA’s recent $21 million expenditure went toward renovating an existing fruit fly production facility in Metapa, Mexico, which will provide an additional 60-100 million sterile flies a week to stop the spread, on top of the over 100 million already produced in Panama. This will result in at least 160 million flies per week.
    Over the last two weeks, USDA conducted a robust, in-person audit of Mexico’s animal health controls and will maintain close continual monitoring of these aspects moving forward and will make continuous improvements. These in-person visits have allowed a unique opportunity for APHIS to see first-hand the challenges and opportunities in Mexico toward combating NWS.
    USDA is working closely with Mexico to improve its surveillance and detection of NWS, which includes but is not limited to regularly providing traps, lures, and technical expertise to Mexico.

2. Protect the U.S. Border at All Costs
    USDA will support Mexico’s strategic trapping along our shared border and ensure we receive regular reporting as an early warning intervention.
    USDA will escalate communications and public outreach along the U.S.-Mexico border to create a “barrier zone of vigilance” and boost as close to real time as possible awareness of this pest.
    APHIS cattle fever tick riders in collaboration with U.S. Customs & Border Protection and with state partners will intercept and treat stray and illegally introduced livestock.

3. Maximize Our Readiness
    USDA will partner with state animal health officials to update and finalize emergency management plans and support federal, state, and local responders in training on and practicing for a potential response.
    USDA will ensure we have sufficient NWS treatments and will work to remove any federal regulatory hurdles for their use.

4. Take the Fight to the Screwworm
    Because sterile NWS flies are one of the most important and proven tools we have for eradicating the pest, USDA will immediately begin building a sterile insect dispersal facility at Moore Air Base, set to be completed in 2025. This facility will have the capability to disperse sterile flies in Northern Mexico.
    USDA is exploring all options to eradicate NWS, which includes potential expenditures in new technologies, new science, including possible plans to move forward with the design process of a domestic sterile fly production facility to compliment the new dispersal facility at Moore Air Base which has also been identified as the proposed location. The facility could boost domestic sterile fly production by up to 300 million flies per week and could complement current production that already exists in Panama and Mexico.

5. Innovate Our Way to Eradication
    USDA is pursuing innovative research to improve sterile insect technology, exploring development of better traps and lures, exploring next generation NWS treatments, and assessing the potential use and practicality of additional strains or genetically modified versions of the pest as well as e-beam and other radiation technology for the production of sterile flies.
    USDA will strengthen partnerships with land-grant universities in border states such as Texas, Arizona and New Mexico to facilitate local training, trap deployment, surveillance validation, and stakeholder outreach as an initial manner.

Additionally, to solicit input from stakeholders and to best inform the finalization of future plans, USDA will hold four public listening sessions to get feedback on the following topics: sterile fly production technology, eradication tools and technologies aside from sterile fly production, the benefits and barriers including timelines and costs of enhanced domestic vs international sterile fly production, and other innovative ideas. The Department of Agriculture has and remains committed to working in close coordination with our federal, state, local and private sector partners to defeat this pest once and for all.

“The only way to protect the American cattle herd from the devastating threat of New World screwworm is by having a sufficient supply of sterile flies to push this pest away from our border,” said National Cattlemen’s Beef Association President Buck Wehrbein, a Nebraska cattleman. “To accomplish that, we need a sterile fly production facility of our own in the United States. Moore Air Base was previously part of our nation’s screwworm eradication effort in the 1960s and now this base will be the cornerstone of our renewed fight against this parasite. NCBA, and state affiliate partners including the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association and Texas Cattle Feeders Association, have been pushing for a facility like this since the start of the year. We appreciate Secretary Rollins’ continued work to protect American agriculture from the New World screwworm. It’s an honor to join her in Texas for this important event.”



NCBA Supports USDA Plan for Screwworm Sterile Fly Facility in Texas

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) announced strong support for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) plan to build a New World screwworm sterile fly facility at Moore Air Base in south Texas. NCBA President Buck Wehrbein and NCBA Senior Vice President of Government Affairs Ethan Lane joined Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins at Moore Air Base for her press announcement.

“The only way to protect the American cattle herd from the devastating threat of New World screwworm is by having a sufficient supply of sterile flies to push this pest away from our border,” said NCBA President Buck Wehrbein, a Nebraska cattleman. “To accomplish that, we need a sterile fly production facility of our own in the United States. Moore Air Base was previously part of our nation’s screwworm eradication effort in the 1960s and now this base will be the cornerstone of our renewed fight against this parasite. NCBA, and state affiliate partners including the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association and Texas Cattle Feeders Association have been pushing for a facility like this since the start of the year. We appreciate Secretary Rollins’ continued work to protect American agriculture from the New World screwworm. It’s an honor to join her in Texas for this important event.”

Currently, only one facility in the world produces sterile screwworm flies. The facility, located in Panama, can produce about 117 million flies per week, but to form an effective barrier along the U.S. southern border, we need upwards of 300 million sterile flies per week. During the height of screwworm eradication efforts in the 1960s, the United States released 400 to 500 million sterile flies per week.

NCBA previously supported USDA’s investment of $21 million to convert an existing fruit fly facility in Metapa, Mexico to produce New World screwworm sterile flies. This conversion is an important part of the overall strategy to counter screwworm in Mexico, but additional sterile fly production within our borders is also needed to protect the U.S. cattle herd long term.
 
Moore Air Base is an ideal location for U.S. sterile fly production. The base previously trained fighter pilots in WWII before serving as a dispersal location for screwworm fly eradication efforts in the 1960s and beyond. The base’s proximity to the border would also make it easy for sterile flies to quickly be deployed to the areas of the U.S. most at risk. New World screwworm is a threat to cattle health but does not impact the safety of our food supply. 



RFA, Growth Energy Statement on Supreme Court SRE Decision

The Renewable Fuels Association and Growth Energy released the following statement after the Supreme Court issued its opinion that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit is the proper venue for legal challenges to small refinery exemption (SRE) decisions:

"Today’s decision is a victory for the American biofuels industry and for the rural communities that depend on a strong Renewable Fuels Standard. The Court agreed with our argument that the D.C. Circuit is the only appropriate venue for litigation on EPA’s small refinery exemption decisions. Because the Renewable Fuel Standard is a national program and SREs have nationwide impacts, any challenges to SRE decisions belong squarely in the D.C. Circuit. Allowing 12 different Circuit Courts to adjudicate SREs would result in a fractured and inconsistent body of law, causing chaos and confusion in the marketplace. The court’s opinion today gives farmers and ethanol producers much greater certainty about SRE litigation under the Renewable Fuel Standard, which continues to be one of the nation's most successful clean energy programs."

Background
In March, RFA and Growth Energy presented oral arguments to the Supreme Court on this case, jointly petitioning on EPA's behalf and urging the court to reject the argument by refineries that would allow them to “forum shop” for more favorable venues to challenge recent SRE denials despite clear direction from Congress that those decisions should be adjudicated in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit.

The Supreme Court granted certiorari from an outlier ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, which held that challenges to the SRE denials at issue were properly brought before it. Numerous other circuit courts had disagreed, finding instead that the D.C. Circuit is the proper venue for these SRE challenges and creating the “circuit split” on venue that the Supreme Court is resolving here.



ACE Reacts to Supreme Court Decision on Small Refinery Exemptions 

The Supreme Court has ruled that the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit is the proper venue for legal challenges related to small refinery exemption (SRE) decisions. American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) CEO Brian Jennings issued the following statement in response:

"We applaud and support the ruling by the Supreme Court today requiring SRE appeals to be heard in the D.C. Circuit because the Renewable Fuel Standard is obviously national in scope. Today’s ruling ensures refiners can no longer 'venue shop' in search of appeals courts that may look favorably upon their SRE complaints, and helps give EPA direction on the pending SRE petitions. We urge EPA to take a judicious and lawful approach to SREs going forward."



NCGA Reacts to Senate 45Z Proposal 

As Congress continues conversations on the future of the 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit, the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) cautioned lawmakers against recent changes proposed in the Senate.  

“Our champions on Capitol Hill have dedicated an immense amount of time and attention to this complex issue,” said Kenneth Hartman Jr., Illinois farmer and NCGA President. “We hope that effort results in policy that works for American farmers. However, the proposed changes in the Senate reconciliation language cause some concern for corn growers.” 

The Senate language grants fuels derived from foreign feedstocks the ability to claim 80 percent of the tax credit. NCGA prefers the approach the House took in its One Big Beautiful Bill Act, limiting access to the incentive for feedstocks produced or grown outside of North America. The Senate language also reduces the value of the synthetic aviation fuel (SAF) credit from $1.75 to $1.00, an action that could injure the new market’s growth potential which corn growers feel could have a substantial impact on their profitability for years to come. One bright spot in the Senate’s 45Z language is its allowance of transferability of the credit. 

“We look forward to working with members of Congress to improve this legislation in a way that benefits the nation’s corn growers and the biofuel industry,” said Hartman. 

To strengthen 45Z, NCGA supports inclusion of a “book and claim” accounting system for implementation of the credit, the expansion of eligible conservation practices, a reduction in the Carbon Intensity (CI) threshold for SAF to 30% and transferability for the full life of the credit.



Tim Tebow to Keynote 2026 American Farm Bureau Convention

Tim Tebow – two-time national champion, Heisman Trophy winner, College Football Hall of Fame inductee, first-round NFL draft pick and former professional baseball player – will address attendees as closing general session keynote speaker during the 2026 American Farm Bureau Convention on Monday, Jan. 12.

Tebow is a five-time New York Times best-selling author, speaker and college football analyst but is most passionate about his work with the Tim Tebow Foundation, with its mission to bring faith, hope and love to those needing a brighter day in their darkest hour of need. The foundation is currently fighting for some of the most vulnerable people around the world in more than 90 countries.

“Farmers, ranchers and professional athletes share a commitment to teamwork, passion and optimism,” said AFBF President Zippy Duvall. “We look forward to hearing Tim Tebow’s inspiring message as we prepare for another year of producing the food, fiber and renewable fuel that we all rely on.”

The theme of AFBF’s 107th convention, which will be held Jan. 9-14, 2026, in Anaheim, California, is “Imagine. Grow. Lead.” Duvall will give his annual address to Farm Bureau members during the opening general session on Sunday morning, Jan. 11.

A full lineup of engaging workshops will be available at convention. Workshops will be offered in four tracks – public policy, rural development, member engagement and consumer engagement. A vibrant trade show with exhibitors showcasing cutting-edge innovations in agricultural technology, tools and services is also sure to capture the attention of attendees.

Members may register for the American Farm Bureau Convention and tours through their state Farm Bureau office beginning Oct. 1. Registration is also available through AFBF. The official event hashtag is #AFBF26 and the event website is https://annualconvention.fb.org/.