Farmers from across the country are gearing up to gather in San Antonio next week for the American Farm Bureau’s Annual Convention and Trade Show.
They will focus on the latest trends and policies impacting agriculture in the year ahead.
AFBF President Zippy Duvall spoke with RFD-TV’s own Tammi Arender about what attendees can expect, the main topics that will be discussed, and policy priorities for the new administration.
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