January 28, 2020CONTACT: Christina Dexter, 816.738.5402 [email protected] Nevada, IA – Iowa Farmers Union President Aaron Lehman called the U.S. Court of Appeals decision to strike down improperly issued ethanol production waivers, “ a game-changer for the future of ethanol production and a victory for family farmers.” As found by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth… Continue Reading
WHEREAS The worst effects of climate change are impacting the public, our planet, and our food supply; WHEREAS Immediate action must be taken to reduce green house gas emissions and increase renewables energy production; WHEREAS Steps must be taken to incentivize carbon sequestration techniques in the agriculture industry to mitigate the negative impacts of climate… Continue Reading
Nevada, IA– The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) yesterday released its final renewable volume obligations (RVOs) under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) for the year 2020. The result reinstates barely more than half of the ethanol that was promised in a much promoted deal was announced in October. “This is another broken promise to Iowa’s farmers,” said Iowa Farmers Union… Continue Reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 25, 2019 Contact: Christina Dexter, 816.738.5402 [email protected] 5 Democratic presidential candidates confirmed for forum on agriculture issues Nevada, IA – Five Democratic presidential candidates have confirmed their participation in a forum focusing on issues relevant to family farmers and rural communities at the Iowa Farmers Union (IFU) Annual Convention. The ‘Candidate… Continue Reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 24, 2019 Contact: Christina Dexter, 816.738.5402 [email protected] Nevada, IA– A week and a half after announcing its intentions to offset a portion of the 4 billion gallons of demand for biofuels eliminated due to the ongoing misappropriation of small refinery exemptions (SREs), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Tuesday released a supplemental proposed rule outlining how it… Continue Reading
Please complete the survey by October 15 to help us learn the best ways to maximize the value of your membership dues. The survey can be found by clicking HERE All surveys completed by the Oct. 15 deadline will be eligible to win a $25 gift card! … Continue Reading
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 24, 2019 Contact: Christina Dexter, 816.738.5402 [email protected] Nevada, IA – A proposed rule to change the eligibility guidelines for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) would erode food security in the United States, according to the Alliance to End Hunger. If the rule is implemented, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) estimates that 3.1 million hungry Americans… Continue Reading
Farmers know better than anyone about dealing with the ups and downs of weather. But production agriculture is currently in peril due to hostile and radical weather patterns brought on by climate change. The crisis is upon us. But on behalf of the Iowa Farmers Union, we confidently assert that farmers are more than victims of the problem. We… Continue Reading
When most people think of children eating local foods, the images that come to mind are of kids getting their hands dirty in the garden or a family strolling through a farmers market on the weekend. What most people don’t picture is the lunch line at a school cafeteria. But what if we could change… Continue Reading
The Iowa Farmers Union (IFU) is excited to seek qualified applicants for the position of Communications and Outreach Specialist. The position will conduct coordinated communications and outreach activities to support the programs and mission of IFU. The position is full-time and will report to the IFU President. Download the position description here: Position Description Interested… Continue Reading
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