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On December 8, President Trump and the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the Farmer Bridge Assistance (FBA) Program, a short-term support initiative intended to provide economic relief to producers affected by market disruptions, high input costs and ongoing trade pressures. Below is a summary of the key program details released…

Florida Farm Bureau Federation President Jeb S. Smith commented on the USDA’s announcement to provide $12 billion in economic relief to America’s farmers and ranchers until benefits from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act go into effect. “Florida Farm Bureau Federation extends our sincere appreciation to President Trump and the…

The 2025 Farm-City Week celebrations united rural and urban communities and recognized the partnerships that provide an abundance of safe and nutritious food supply worldwide.   This year, 43 Farm-City Week events across Florida connected farmers, ranchers, elected officials, consumers and community members. Award ceremonies, farm-to-table meals, farm tours, proclamation readings, parades and community service activities fostered appreciation for the contributions of both urban…

Many of us experience the UF/IFAS-Farm Bureau partnership through our personal relationships -- leader to leader, farmer to county agent. At October’s fantastic annual meeting in Daytona the relationship was codified – again. It’s the policy of the Florida Farm Bureau Federation to partner with UF/IFAS.

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) has issued a statement regarding recent outbreaks of Equine Herpes Virus-Type 1 at a World Pro Rodeo Association event held November 5-9, 2025, in Waco, TX, and a Barrel Futurities of America event held November 17-18 in Guthrie, OK. While no…

Delegates from nearly 60 county Farm Bureaus convened at the 84th Florida Farm Bureau Annual Meeting October 27-29, 2025, to finalize the public policy of the Federation.  Policy amendments and new resolutions rising from the county level through State Advisory Committees were discussed and ultimately ratified unanimously by the voting…

The Florida Farm Bureau delegation is looking forward to the 107th American Farm Bureau Convention in Anaheim, California. This convention is a prime opportunity for members to access new tools and ideas, share resources, imagine a bright future and be inspired to grow and lead. This year's convention provides attendees…

Cake auctions are a beloved tradition for County Farm Bureau events across Florida. Attendees donate desserts to be auctioned off, with proceeds benefiting local charities or community programs. These auctions showcase the counties' creativity and generosity, with the excitement of friendly competition often fetching bids well into…

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) has announced the dates for the next application cycle of the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program. The Rural and Family Lands Protection Program (RFLPP) is an agricultural land preservation program designed to…

This Thanksgiving, Americans can expect to pay less for their dinner compared to 2024. According to a recent by American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), the average price of a 12-item Thanksgiving basket for 10 people is $55.18 or about $5.52 per person. This is a…

The Florida Farm Bureau Federation is committed to keeping our members informed about the federal actions that impact Florida agriculture. Following more than six weeks of gridlock in Washington, D.C., the federal government has officially reopened.  On Wednesday, November 12, President Donald Trump signed legislation that funds…

Florida Farm Bureau Federation has selected its 2025-2027 Young Farmers & Ranchers Leadership Group. The leadership group consists of young men and women from across the state who represent Florida agriculture.   The Young Farmers & Ranchers Leadership Program is a two-year program that provides participants the opportunity to develop and refine their…