Webinar: A Brief History and Overview of U.S. Farm Policy: How the Focus of the Farm Bill has Changed Over the Years

Date: Thursday, September 4, 2025

Time: 1:00 PM (CST)  

Webinar Description: 

Federal farm policy has evolved significantly—from early efforts in education and extension to price supports, supply controls, conservation, and risk management. Today, over 80% of Farm Bill spending goes to food and nutrition programs, with crop and livestock insurance and revenue support taking center stage, alongside newer focuses like energy and rural development. Join the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation and David Miller, Chief Economist at Decision Innovation Solutions, for an insightful look at the history and current landscape of U.S. farm policy.

About the Speaker:

David Miller is the Chief Economist at Decision Innovation Solutions (DIS), where he provides economic analysis and business development services. He focuses on client relations, product development, and project collaboration.

Raised on a diversified farm in Indiana and later Missouri, David has deep roots in agriculture. He holds a B.S. in Agriculture, an MBA in Finance, and completed coursework toward a Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics at the University of Missouri-Columbia. His career includes roles in university extension, as well as over 28 years with the Farm Bureau, where he specialized in grain and livestock policy, research, and economic analysis.

 David’s expertise includes agricultural policy, commodity markets, economic modeling, and international trade.

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For more information, contact Zach Brummer, Iowa Farm Bureau, Farmer Education Program Manager (zbrummer@ifbf.org).