Arizona Farm Bureau

from Ryan Wolker DVM, MVetSc, DACVS, State Veterinarian, FADD Animal Services Division for the Arizona Department of Agriculture.

Pinal County farmer Noah Hiscox enthusiastically explains how he uses this farm equipment on his place. He had it custom-built for his operation. A former math teacher, he explains all the measurements and math computations applied to building it.

"Play Ball ... On the Ranch! Perhaps why so many farm and ranch kids become such great ballplayers is that wide open space to practice! Chelsea Duree Thieroff plays ball with her boys in between ranch chores ( Photo courtesy Chelsea Duree Thieroff.)

In the House ...

Arizona farmers and ranchers are facing real headwinds — shrinking water access, labor shortages, and livestock losses from Mexican gray wolf attacks.

I met with Arizona Farm Bureau President John Boelts and farm workers across AZ to talk solutions. Last week I led the fight to deliver emergency relief for ranchers hit by wolf attacks, and I’ll keep fighting for Arizona’s agriculture sector in Congress.

Attention, Arizona Farm Bureau members! It’s time for our 2026 Father’s Day Giveaway!

Like this post for your chance to win a pair of SoundGear Shield hearing protection, valued at $399, courtesy of Start Hearing and SoundGear.

Perfect for dads who farm, hunt, mow, or spend time in loud environments, SoundGear helps protect hearing while maintaining situational awareness.

The winner will be announced next week.
No purchase necessary. Some restrictions apply.

Join us tomorrow morning at 10:00 as we visit with Sierra Anthony of Butcher Solutions, our keynote for the Arizona Farm Bureau Summer Agricultural Conference this coming July. We go live on our account.

When people think about Arizona agriculture, alfalfa may not be the first crop that comes to mind.

But alfalfa plays a critical role in supporting Arizona's dairy and beef industries. As a high-quality feed crop, it helps nourish the animals that produce milk, cheese, yogurt, and beef enjoyed by families across our state.

Sometimes the most important crops aren't the ones you see on your plate. They're the ones that help make the entire food system possible.

Advocating for agriculture…

It was a pleasure to meet with the Arizona Farm Bureau this morning to discuss Colorado River negotiations, irrigation, grazing lands and efforts to contain the spread of New World screwworm.

That Arizona beef burger? It started right here in our alfalfa fields. Our farmers grow the premium hay that feeds the cattle that become the local meat you love. Gate to Plate, done right.