MADISON – Gubernatorial candidate Congressman Tom Tiffany has received the endorsement of Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation’s political action arm, the Volunteers for Agriculture®. The VFA® Committee is made up of 18 farmers appointed by the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation’s Board of Directors.
Gubernatorial candidates were surveyed by the VFA® Committee in May. After reviewing the results of the survey responses and discussion amongst members of the committee, the VFA® made the decision to endorse Tiffany.
“Congressman Tiffany understands Wisconsin agriculture and has a clear record of standing with farmers,” said VFA Committee Chair Austin Vandertie. “His survey responses presented a vision for Wisconsin agriculture that closely aligned with the priorities of our members. His commitment to protecting farmland, supporting the next generation of farmers, reducing unnecessary regulatory burdens, along with his record of leadership on key issues like the Pet and Livestock Act in Congress show his commitment to farmers and resonated strongly with the committee.”
“I am honored to receive the endorsement of the Wisconsin Farm Bureau. Growing up on a dairy farm in western Wisconsin taught me the values of hard work, personal responsibility, and stewardship that have guided me throughout my life,” said Rep. Tiffany. “As America celebrates its 250th birthday, we should remember that Wisconsin farmers have been helping feed this great nation for generations.”
Rep. Tiffany’s endorsement also comes, in part, from his affirmative support for legislation to allow Wisconsin Farm Bureau to join 14 other states providing Farm Bureau Health Plans to members.
Furthermore, Congressman Tiffany’s strong commitment to protecting Wisconsin farmland, including from acquisition by foreign adversaries and empowering local control over the siting of wind and solar facilities, was extremely important to the committee.
“Under Tom Tiffany’s leadership, Wisconsin agriculture will be positioned for growth and success,” said WFBF President Brad Olson. “Led by farmers across our state, the VFA’s decision shows strong confidence in Congressman Tiffany’s appreciation for rural Wisconsin and his commitment to growing the state’s agricultural economy.”
The Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation is the state’s largest general farm organization, representing farms of every size, commodity and management style. The Volunteers for Agriculture® Committee is comprised of 18 farmers from across the state. It was formed to give farmers a more direct role in electing leaders who best represent agriculture’s interests.
