In midst of Farm Bill negotiations and trade uncertainty MFU members head to D.C. to be a voice for family farms

In midst of Farm Bill negotiations and trade uncertainty MFU members head to D.C. to be a voice for family farms

GREAT FALLS –Montana Farmers Union staff and members will attend the annual D.C. Fly-In September 12-14. The MFU delegation will meet with members of congress to discuss three major issues: passing a strong Farm Bill, protecting farmers from trade war fallout and transitioning to a homegrown, renewable energy future.

 “The fly-in is an opportunity for membership to meet with their senators and congressman to discuss issues and policy that effect their livelihoods and communities,” said Alan Merrill, MFU President. “This is a collaborative effort among all the Farmers Union states to provide a voice for America’s farmers and ranchers.”

In addition to congressional visits, MFU will attend a Capitol Hill Ag briefing and present Senator Jon Tester and Senator Steve Daines with the coveted Golden Triangle award, NFU’s highest legislative honor.

Fly-in participants: Barry Francis, Manhattan; Colter DeVries, Roberts; Ben Peterson, Judith Gap; Walter Schweitzer and Cindy Palmer, Geyser; Bruce Shultz and Wendy Palmer, Raynesford; William Downs, Molt and Sarah Rocher of Sidney. MFU staff who will be accompanying the group include President Alan Merrill, Membership Director Justin Loch and Special Projects Specialist Chris Christiaens.

 

2023 Montana Farmers Union Annual Convention

October 27, 2023 - October 28, 2023
Heritage Inn, Great Falls MT