Missouri Farm Bureau President gives an update from the AFBF’s Annual Convention and Trade Show

Farmers from across the country are gathered in San Antonio for the American Farm Bureau’s Annual Convention and Trade Show, focusing don’t he latest trends nad policies impacting agriculture in the year ahead.

Missouri Farm Bureau President, Garret Hawkins is in attendance and took the time to speak with RFD-TV’s own Tammi Arender on the event, their recognition, and policies they hope are addressed.

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