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Farm Bureau, FFA Join Forces to Push Agricultural Education Forward

Associations Now

Keeping the industry of agriculture strong doesn’t just involve tools and technology. The groups represent members throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, and U.S. It also requires education, both to keep knowledge flowing and to allow for new ideas. Virgin Islands.

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Big Bang Theory: Should We Leave Fireworks to the Professionals?

Associations Now

The association cites less-restrictive laws for the industry’s growth: Certain types of fireworks may now be used by consumers in 46 states, as well as in the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. American Pyrotechnics Association: Not surprisingly, this fireworks-industry group has a different take.

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NASBP’s Legislative Efforts ‘Bond’ Education With Action to Influence Policy

Association Adviser

NASBP member firms assist businesses of all sizes to qualify for surety bonds that guarantee the performance of construction and other contracts in the United States, Puerto Rico, Guam and elsewhere. We think our industry benefits from branding through in-person contact. AA: What are the NASBP’s advocacy goals?