Global Farmer Network

The Global Farmer Network are farmers committed to inserting their voice and perspective in the global dialogue regarding food and nutritional security.

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Opinion
Let Science Lead the Way
Agriculture requires adaptation—but it would be easier and better if farmers like me could gain access to the latest technologies. Science offers them, but my government prohibits them.
April 21, 2025 09:16 AM
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Opinion
Anti-farmer Terrorism is a War Against Food Security
This victory for terrorism is a defeat for democracy. It also delivers a blow to farmers.
April 11, 2025 12:47 PM
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Opinion
Toughing Out the Uncertainty of a Trade War
Farmers try to prepare for anything and everything, but the truth is that we never know what to expect from the weather, war, and viruses that can spread rapidly. Our newest challenge is President Trump’s preference to use tariffs as a negotiating tool.
April 04, 2025 02:55 PM
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Opinion
What happened to free trade?
We can’t be silent. As farmers, we must speak up. Globally, we need to stand together and advocate for the critical role that free trade plays for our industry, our countries and the world.
March 22, 2025 11:38 AM
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Knud Bay-Smidt: Randers, Denmark
Opinion
Celebrating the EU Commission’s Retreat from the Green Deal
For too long, the EU’s politicians and bureaucrats have viewed farmers as obstacles in their efforts to confront climate change. They’ve treated us as enemies whose daily work is to assault the environment.
March 13, 2025 01:06 PM
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Opinion
The Panama Canal is Key to Global Commerce
Arguing about the canal is a distraction. The canal works well and serves our interests. It’s time to pursue authentic trade opportunities.
February 24, 2025 06:41 PM
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Opinion
The Threat of Tariffs and Policy Uncertainty Will be a Significant Trade Challenge
What we need for the long-term are sensible and predictable policies that allow farmers and other business leaders who rely on international commerce to make plans for growth and prosperity in the 21st century.
February 14, 2025 11:12 AM
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Opinion
Good Water Management is One Way to Fight Food Inflation
California has an excellent climate for growing food, but we forfeit its potential because we neglect our water.
February 05, 2025 10:26 AM
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Judith de Vor
Opinion
Why Farmers Need Trade, Technology…..And Trust
When trade, technology and trust align, we have three necessary pillars for a resilient agriculture.
January 22, 2025 01:14 PM
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Opinion
Hands in the Soil, Voices in the Halls: GFN’s Unique Approach to Advocacy
We’re a collection of working farmers, led by a board of men and women who get their hands dirty as we plant and harvest food.
January 08, 2025 11:30 AM
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