The Farmer's Share Of The Retail Dollar

Farmers and ranchers receive just 14.6* cents of the consumer food dollar.

Steak

1 Pound

Retail: $8.99
Farmer: $1.84
Bread

2 Pounds

Retail: $3.99
Farmer: $0.11
Apples

1 Pound

Retail: $2.89
Farmer: $0.38
Milk

1 Gallon

Retail: $4.59
Farmer: $1.56
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We stand for family agriculture.

We are a grassroots, producer-driven organization
that believes strong family agriculture is the basis for
thriving rural communities.

We listen to you.

Whether the issue is food safety,
dairy, specialty crops, trade or any other item
facing America's family farmers -
NFU listens to its members.

We get results.

Our state and national leaders and staff
understand the critical issues facing rural America
and family agriculture. We represent YOUR
voice to elected officials.