NYFB’s Policy Development Process

Grassroots at Work — Making Our Member Voices Heard

New York Farm Bureau’s public policy development process is what makes this grassroots organization truly unique. Member farmers can turn their ideas into official Farm Bureau public policy, allowing the organization to advocate for particular positions or legislation.

How Policy is Made

The policy development chart below shows how one idea to improve agriculture can become an official policy that guides Farm Bureau leaders and staff in their advocacy efforts.