In a show of support from the agricultural community, three prominent U.S. agricultural organizations have extended their congratulations to President-Elect Donald Trump following his 2024 election victory. In an article published by Western Ag Network at U.S. Ag Organizations Congratulate President-Elect Trump, these organizations shared their hopes for a strengthened relationship with the incoming administration to address the pressing needs and opportunities facing American agriculture today.
American Farm Bureau Federation
Zippy Duvall, President of the American Farm Bureau Federation, extended congratulations to President-Elect Trump and newly elected members of Congress. Duvall expressed optimism in collaborating to advance rural America, emphasizing urgent issues such as the delayed farm bill, impending tax increases, and labor shortages that burden the agricultural sector. “Clearing hurdles for America’s farmers and ranchers will contribute to the strength and continued growth of the entire nation,” Duvall noted.
National Farmers Union
National Farmers Union President Rob Larew highlighted the critical timing of this leadership transition, acknowledging the challenges rural communities face, from rising input costs to weather impacts and the absence of a new farm bill. Larew called for a united effort to support family farmers and rural resilience, emphasizing NFU’s readiness to work with the Trump administration toward a sustainable and economically strong future for U.S. agriculture.
Renewable Fuels Association
The Renewable Fuels Association, through President and CEO Geoff Cooper, also congratulated President-Elect Trump, sharing a vision for expanding renewable fuel markets. Cooper underscored Trump’s previous support for ethanol, emphasizing its role in reducing consumer fuel costs, bolstering rural economies, and decreasing reliance on foreign energy. The association looks forward to collaborating with the administration to advance renewable energy initiatives that will benefit the entire country.
OnionBusiness.com Message
On behalf of OnionBusiness.com, we congratulate President-Elect Trump on his election and express hope that the new administration, Senate, and House will champion policies to support American farmers. Together, we look forward to seeing leadership that enables agricultural prosperity, sustains our communities, and ensures that farmers can continue to feed the nation with pride and success.
