The second Celebration of Modern Ag on the National Mall is taking place today in Washington DC. The 2024 theme is “The Future of Food and Farming,” which aims to highlight the benefits of today’s ag equipment technology.
Kip Eideberg with the Association of Equipment Manufacturers spoke with RFD-TV’s own Suzanne Alexander on the main highlights from the event, the importance of showcasing sustainability, and what they are looking for from the Farm Bill.
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