New episode: Straight Talk with NDFB, Harvesting Legal Knowledge. From tax liability and paperwork to meeting minutes and written agreements, setting up your farm entity correctly can alleviate a lot of heartache down the road. https://t.co/THnu8P04qe #NDFB#FarmEntity
The discussion focused on improving soil health on unproductive crop ground while expanding opportunities for N.D. ag. President Wagner applauded conservation initiatives that create opportunities — not competition — for farmers and ranchers, especially those just starting.
NDFB President Val Wagner had an opportunity to attend Governor Kelly Armstrong's Legacy Soil Health and Habitat Program Roundtable, held at the Cass County Soil Conservation District Shop in Mapleton, Wednesday, May 27.
Topics addressed with Acting Deputy Under Secretary for Food Safety Richard Fordyce and Farm Service Agency Deputy Administrator for Farm Programs Jared Hagert included data privacy, USDA and FSA program administration, beginning farmer and rancher programs, and more.
NDFB President Val Wagner represented NDFB members at @SenJohnHoeven's Roundtable yesterday at NDSU, to discuss critical issues for North Dakota farmers and ranchers with USDA officials.
Madalyn Meckle of Bismarck has received the NDFB Student Volunteer Scholarship. This $2,500 scholarship is available to high school seniors who have volunteered for NDFB. Read more about this awesome young lady at https://t.co/mK5OsLv93c
Her dedicated efforts were instrumental in securing this important victory. This bi-partisan legislation is important for farmers as well as consumers. We look forward to working with Rep. Fedorchak and the Senate to secure final passage of this important legislation.
NDFB celebrates the House passage of H.R. 1346, the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act of 2025. We extend our thanks to @RepFedorchak Fedorchak for her incredible leadership in championing this legislation on behalf of North Dakota’s farmers and rural communities.
High school seniors looking for college funds, who have volunteered at an NDFB-sponsored event or used NDFB-provided educational materials, should consider applying for the NDFB Student Volunteer Scholarship. Details here: https://t.co/TAOryliDU4 #scholarship#deadlinecomingsoon
It was a packed house at the Bismarck Food & Farm Policy event at A&B Pizza, March 31. The meetings, held throughout the state, give NDFB members an opportunity to share their concerns, ranging from taxes to property rights. Two more events are scheduled https://t.co/PezBq1j6ze
President Trump announced enhanced biofuel standards, reductions in Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) requirements, and a financing package intended to support American farmers. #AgWeek#WhiteHouse#PresidentTrump
NDFB President Val Wagner, @SenJohnHoeven, and @RepFedorchak were among more than 300 farmers, ranchers and ag producers from across the country at the White House for President Trump's 2026 National Agriculture Week finale celebration.
Met with Valerie Wagner, the new President of @NDFB, and had a great conversation about @USFWS enforcement of easements, the Farm Bill, and reducing barriers for young farmers, including the costs of doing business.
NDFB's YF&R Discussion Meet winner, Madison Bodine, was featured on the @KXMB@KXNewsMinot "Someone You Should Know" segment! She will compete on the national level next January in Charlotte, N.C. Great job, Madison! https://t.co/CEFpwbfVWP
Great meeting with Val Wagner, the new President of @ndfb. Looking forward to working together to support North Dakota’s farmers and rural communities.