Alabama Truckers, Cattlemen, Ag Commissioner join forces to support Texas cattle farmers after wildfires ravage over 1.5 million acres
Recent Forest fire A series of fires in Texas have drastically reduced the state's vital food supply of hay to sustain its livestock. The fires have reportedly destroyed more than 1.5 million acres of prime cattle land, affecting 85% of the state's cattle. In response to the deepening crisis, the Alabama Cattlemen's Association, the Alabama […]
North Alabama farmers gather to demand pro-producer Farm Bill
Last weekend, a group of farmers from North Alabama came together to “Enough Is Enough” TourIt's a nationwide effort aimed at pressuring Congress to pass an annual farm bill that gives power back to American producers. Speakers addressed government policies that force consolidation in the food system by favoring large food corporations, often to the […]
Alabama Farmers Federation praises GOP Farm Bill framework
Republicans on the U.S. Senate Agriculture and Nutrition Committee have laid out the framework for a new, more producer-centric farm bill. Alabama Farmers Federation President Jimmy Parnell expressed the federation's gratitude to the lawmakers involved. “We thank Senator Boozman and his staff for addressing many of the priorities we heard directly from Alabama farmers,” Parnell […]
‘Puts farmers first’: Tuberville touts Senate GOP Farm Bill
Republicans on the Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee released the framework for a new GOP-backed farm bill. Sen. Tommy Tuberville, a member of the committee, praised the new framework Wednesday, saying the revised farm bill is critical for both Alabama and American producers. “Every time I visit Alabama, I hear stories of farmers struggling […]
Alabama Farmers Federation endorses Donald Trump for President
Alabama Farm PAC, the political action committee of the Alabama Farmers Federation, has announced its endorsement of Donald J. Trump for presidential candidacy of the United States, according to a news release from the group on Friday. Jimmy Parnell, president of the federation, said the endorsement was recommended by county leaders across Alabama and unanimously […]
Sen. Tuberville, Jimmy Parnell: Protect family farmers by repealing the death tax
Farmers work tirelessly in the fields from dawn until dusk, raising the next generation of producers to carry on their family traditions. Like all Americans, farmers experience seasons of plenty and seasons of drought. Watching a newborn calf trot past its mother or the feeling of parking the picker after rolling the last bale of […]
Katie Britt marks National FFA week with U.S. Senate resolution, praise for ‘Alabamaâs incredible farmers’
Last week, U.S. Sen. Katie Britt joined with fellow senators to unanimously pass a resolution designating February 17-24, 2024 as National FFA Week, honoring America's Future Farmers. . After passing the resolution, Britt (R-Montgomery) said the organization plays a major role in developing tomorrow's leaders by increasing access to both educational and career opportunities for […]
Alabama Farmers Federation promotes primary endorsements ahead of March 5 election
The Alabama Farmers Federation has endorsed a group of elected officials and leaders for the upcoming 2024 election cycle. The group posted a “FarmPAC Voter Guide” on Tuesday detailing its support for candidates. Federation President Jimmy Purnell said Alabama Farm PAC's endorsement reflects the grassroots nature of the organization and evidence of candidates' efforts to […]
Future Farmers of America Week celebrated across the U.S.
Known worldwide for its cotton and peanut production, Alabama has always had a special relationship with America's future farmers. He has more than 15,000 FFA members in this state and 267 chapters dating back to 1929. This week, the organization is celebrating National FFA Week, highlighting the vast opportunities available to today's youth interested in […]
FACT CHECK: Viral X Video Does Not Show Euronews Report About French Farmers Purportedly Trashing Ukrainian Embassy
viral video Shared by X It claims to have shown Euronews reports about French farmers allegedly destroying the Ukrainian embassy. French farmers slam the Ukrainian embassy, which they accuse of being hostile to the French government and Ukrainian people. pic.twitter.com/1V8WrXs7o0 –What the media is hiding. (@narrative_hole) February 11, 2024 Verdict: False The video is not […]
