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Robert L. Carlson - President

North Dakota Farmers Union believes family farms are the backbone of our state’s economy. NDFU serves its individual members and affiliated cooperatives in many ways.

Farmers Union activities and opportunities are open to all family members. As the largest general farm organization in North Dakota, Farmers Union carries a clear voice when meeting with policymakers in Bismarck or Washington.

Our proud heritage spans more than 80 years. Our earliest areas of focus — education, cooperation and legislation — are just as significant today.

In fact, Farmers Union grew hand-in-hand with the locally-owned Farmers Union cooperatives that evolved into tap roots for Cenex Harvest States. Cooperatives allow member-customers to profit from owning and controlling their own company.

Farmers Union will continue to keep our members informed on rural issues and paves the way for them to voice their opinions. Farmers Union "fly-ins" to Washington, DC, are an important tool we use to keep lawmakers up to date on the nation’s heartland. Members are encouraged to attend their local, county or state Farmers Union meetings to offer their comments — and leadership — as we work together to improve our quality of life.

Educational opportunities will always be a hallmark of Farmers Union. From camping programs for third graders to marketing sessions for young producers, we offer a wide-ranging slate of special events across the state throughout the year. Our summer camps attract more than 1,500 youth every year, making it one of the most popular summer events anywhere in North Dakota. We design these camps to encourage our youth to emerge as a new generation of leaders.

Another service available to Farmers Union members is a full line of insurance products designed specifically for the needs of you and your neighbors. Our mutual insurance company is owned by its policyholders, who are served by more than 90 agents across the state.

Viewpoint

Reflections on the achievements of 2008, challenges of 2009
UF December 2008

Election results offer opportunities 
UF November 2008

Partisan politics aside, election 2008 important to agriculture
UF October 2008

Speaking out for food labeling and the farmer's share
UF September 2008

Farmers Union Insurance steps up support of high school youth
UF August 2008

An inside look at what's next for farm policy inside the "Beltway"
UF July 2008

Farmers of the world unite!
UF June 2008

NDFU wants federal investigation of fertilizer
UF May 2008

Crude oil prices factor into higher food costs
UF April 2008

When it comes to ag prosperity, pay it forward
UF March 2008

Higher food costs have little to do with crop prices UF February 2008

Agraria - serving up hope for the future UF January 2008


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