For Immediate Release: March 12, 2011

Contact: 202-554-1600

WASHINGTON (March 12, 2011) – The National Farmers Union Board of Directors adopted a resolution in support of the Wisconsin Tractorcade protest held today in Madison, Wisc.

“National Farmers Union supports Wisconsin family farmers, teachers and other public employees in the protest of new Wisconsin legislation which limits workers’ rights to bargain for pay and benefits,” the resolution states.

“The impact of this legislation will directly impact farm families’ access to health care, public education and core services at the state, county and town levels,” the resolution continues. “As a grassroots organization, NFU supports family farmers in today’s action to call for the overturn of this drastic legislation.”

Wisconsin Farmers Union was a sponsor of the event held in the state capital.

National Farmers Union has been working since 1902 to protect and enhance the economic well-being and quality of life for family farmers, ranchers and rural communities through advocating grassroots-driven policy positions adopted by its membership.

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