Washington, D.c. fly-in
The Montana Farm Bureau Federation believes grassroots advocacy is the most effective way to make real policy changes. MFBF seeks to provide opportunities for members to increase their advocacy skills and participation levels. Voting members are encouraged to get involved and make a difference in the agriculture industry by commenting on local, state, and national level agency rule proposals, testifying on bills, contacting legislators, and so on. The MFBF Fly-In will reward members for participation in the policy development process with an opportunity to sharpen skills and take their advocacy to the next level on a lobbying trip to Washington, D.C. The 2026 Fly-In will be held September 15-18.
what do past fly-in attendees think?
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Applications are due July 10th, and those selected will be notified by July 14th.
Questions? Contact nicoler@mfbf.org or at 406-951-2429.
Melrose
J.M. Peck
"The Fly-In is a great opportunity. Our elected and agency leaders need and want to hear from us. Our voices have a real impact! It is a great trip that Montana Farm Bureau Federation offers and I encourage folks to take advantage of it!"
Hardin
Gina Stevens
“I think it was extremely important. Our Congressional Delegation really seemed to pay attention when they found out that you were a farmer or rancher from Montana. They listened to concerns of how the Farm Bill and any other laws
they were working on affected you and your place. You could tell they really appreciated our input.”
Huntley
Greg Gabel
"The D.C. Fly-In is by far the most rewarding experience I’ve had with Montana Farm Bureau. Being able to discuss policy and issues that directly impact our way of life with representatives and government agencies was not only beneficial, but rewarding to know we have a voice that is respected and appreciated in Washington, D.C.”
CLyde Park
Monica Switzer
"It was a great experience! Getting to see the offices of our Senators and Representatives was interesting. Montana is very represented through the Montana Farm Bureau and the American Farm Bureau community. It truly makes you realize it all starts at home."
Roy
Bronya Willmore
"The various committees & officials we met with all really wanted to know our stories & how certain legislation directly impacts our day-to-day lives as farmers & ranchers. It felt like we really had a purpose in being there. Don't hesitate to jump in with both feet. This is an opportunity not many people receive."
Clancy
Scott Stoner
"The Washington, D.C. Fly-In is a very unique opportunity. Montana Farm Bureau is an organization that has a more significant level of access to our government than many others. It would be silly not to take advantage of such a great, expense-paid trip!"