November 22, 2024

NDFB is agriculture advocacy

Topic: Events

Bismarck, N.D. – “What does advocacy for agriculture look like? It looks like NDFB!” declared NDFB President Daryl Lies, as he addressed attendees at the general opening session of the 82nd Annual Meeting, held November 22-23 at the Bismarck Hotel and Convention Center.

In his opening remarks, Lies set the stage for a dynamic two-day event focused on policies that will shape the future of agriculture in North Dakota. He highlighted the importance of NDFB’s grassroots approach to advocacy, a process that empowers members to bring forward concerns and ideas that are vetted, discussed, and debated before becoming official policy.

“Our ability to address important issues comes from a robust grassroots policy process,” said Lies. “And the premier agricultural organization for this is NDFB!”

Lies reflected on the organization’s enduring commitment to preserving individual freedoms and fostering collaboration among its members. “With a foundation of firm philosophical beliefs rooted in our God-given freedoms and rights, we can celebrate and respect independent thought while coming together through our great organization to achieve common goals,” he added.

The Annual Meeting serves as a critical platform for farmers, ranchers, and agricultural advocates to reflect on the challenges and opportunities facing agriculture. Through rigorous policy discussion, that starts at the county level, attendees shape the path for the organization’s future while reinforcing its role as the leading voice for agriculture in North Dakota.

Lies emphasized that true advocacy for agriculture is exemplified by the work of NDFB, motivating members to remain committed to the organization’s mission of advancing agriculture and supporting rural communities.

Lies has been president of NDFB since 2015. He is from Douglas, N.D. and raises hogs, sheep, and goats with an emphasis in show animals. He is the owner of Full Flavor Farms, Daryl's Racing Pigs and serves as a radio host.  

The annual meeting will continue through Saturday, wrapping up with an evening banquet and guest speaker John Kriesel.