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Oct 19, 2018, 15:24 PM by Ed Semmler, South Bend Tribune

Ashley's Pumpkin Farm in St. Joseph County is just one of the many Farm Bureau member-owned agritourism sites that have seen a healthy pumpkin crop, and as a result, a healthy number of families flocking to their fall attractions.

Oct 19, 2018, 11:09 AM by Amie Simpson, Brownfield

Lana Wallpe, grain farmer and Benton County Farm Bureau president, and Justin Schneider, INFB state government relations director, talk about the economic impact of broadband on farmers and rural communities.

Oct 4, 2018, 15:04 PM by Molly Zentz, Marketing Team

In the first of series, Indiana Prairie Farmer profiles women involved in diverse areas of agriculture. First up is Jennifer Clouse Swope, who works at LG Seeds, as well as on her family's Bartholomew County farm.

Oct 3, 2018, 09:09 AM by Eric Pfeiffer, Hoosier Ag Today

INFB President Randy Kron encourages members to attend the organization's state convention on Dec. 6-8 at the Grand Wayne Convention Center in Fort Wayne. The annual event offers training, networking, socializing and other opportunities. Keynote speakers include Col. Danny McKnight, U.S. Army, retired, whose story was told in Black Hawk Down, and Charlie Arnot, CEO of the Center for Food Integrity.

Oct 2, 2018, 10:19 AM by Brock Turner, Indiana Public Media

INFB's director of national government relations Bob White says the proposed new trade agreement between the United States, Mexico and Canada could be beneficial to Hoosier farmers and others who work in agriculture, as well as manufacturing and small business owners.

Sep 29, 2018, 13:42 PM by Randy Kron, INFB President, Guest Columnist

Guest columnist Indiana Farm Bureau President Randy Kron details how several of the projects in Gov. Eric Holcomb's infrastructure plan will benefit farmers and rural communities; and promises that INFB and its members will stay engaged as the plan moves forward.

Sep 28, 2018, 11:14 AM by Brock Turner, Indiana Public Media

Clay County Farm Bureau president Josh Butt takes Indiana Public Media reporter Brock Turner and chief videographer Steve Burns on a harvest ride along, and talks about the impact of the current trade war with China.

Sep 26, 2018, 11:50 AM by Samantha Horton, Indiana Public Media

Randy Kron, INFB President talks about the impact that the U.S. - China trade war is having on corn and soybean demand (and farmers' cash flow) during a year of potentially record yields.

Sep 26, 2018, 11:35 AM by Morning AgClips

Indiana Farm Bureau signed a memorandum of understanding with officials representing agricultural agencies from Hungary, the Czech Republic, Poland and Slovakia that will encourage cooperation and growth among all parties.

Sep 16, 2018, 11:46 AM by Lindsey Erdody, IBJ

INFB President Randy Kron understands the impact that a $100 million state grant program could have on expanding broadband access. He's one of the many Indiana residents without high-speed internet service.

Sep 12, 2018, 08:56 AM by Erica Quinlan, AgriNews Publications

INFB President Randy Kron reacted positively to Gov. Eric Holcomb's $1 billion infrastructure plan, The Next Level Connections. The program will include $100 million for affordable high-speed broadband in rural areas, which has been one of Farm Bureau's legislative priorities for several years. Kron also was pleased that the state will continue its pursuit of a Lawrenceburg water port.

Sep 4, 2018, 08:40 AM by Amie Simpson, Brownfield Ag News

Indiana Farm Bureau's 2018 Young Farmer Excellence in Agriculture Award will go to Jonathan Spaetti and Derika Lynam-Spaetti of Spencer County. Neal and Lydia Wolheter of LaGrange County were named the Young Farmer Achievement Award winners. Both couples will compete for the national award in their respective categories.

Aug 23, 2018, 11:21 AM by Tom J. Bechman, Indiana Prairie Farmer

Indiana Farm Bureau president Randy Kron and national government relations director Bob White talk about the farm bill and what needs to happen to reconcile provisions in the Senate and House versions into a final bill.

Aug 16, 2018, 13:31 PM by Andy Eubank, Hoosier Ag Today

Close to 5,000 people participated in Indiana Farm Bureau's three-day tasting and educational event, Taste from Indiana Farms at the 2018 Indiana State Fair. INFB Second VP Isabella Chism said that the event affords a face-to-face, two-way educational opportunity for non-ag consumers and farmers. One of this year's VIP groups included Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch and ag program students from urban schools.

Aug 14, 2018, 10:02 AM by Morning AgClips

Indiana Farm Bureau has announced the 2018 finalists for two of its top Young Farmer honors: the Excellence in Agriculture Award and the Achievement Award. The winners of both will be revealed on the organization's INFB Facebook page on August 31.

Aug 14, 2018, 09:10 AM by Samantha Horton, IPB News

Lower soybean market prices and higher steel costs mean that farmers like INFB member Mike Morehouse of Elkhart County are being affected by both grain and steel tariffs.

Jul 25, 2018, 09:19 AM by Hoosier Ag Today

According to INFB President Randy Kron, while the USDA's $12 billion assistance program is welcome, the organization will continue to stress how crucial international trade is to Indiana farmers livelihoods.

Jul 9, 2018, 09:32 AM by Chris Williams, WHAS

Indiana Farm Bureau member Dennis Konkle seeks to protect his cows from all kinds of threats. A change in legislation, however, will be required to enable him and other farmers to proactively keep their calves safe from black vulture attacks.

Jul 9, 2018, 08:54 AM by Samantha Horton, WFYI

Soybean farmer and Allen County Farm Bureau president Roger Hadley breaks down the impact that Chinese retaliatory tariffs could have on already struggling farmers. Farm Bureau's national government relations director Bob White and others continue to seek a solution.

Jun 29, 2018, 10:24 AM by Eric Pfeiffer, Hoosier Ag Today

In response to the Senate passage of the farm bill, Indiana Farm Bureau president Randy Kron noted that, among other things, "the programs in the farm bill help farmers plan for future planning seasons and provide them with the risk management tools they to keep operations running."