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20-835: Frederickson is a surname. Notable people with the surname include: David Frederickson (born 1944), American politician Dennis Frederickson (born 1939), American politician Dennis C. Frederickson (1931–2017), American politician Gray Frederickson (1937–2022), American film producer H. George Frederickson (1934–2020), American academic Mark Frederickson (born 1960), American soccer player Megan Frederickson , Canadian evolutionary biologist Tucker Frederickson (born 1943), American football player See also [ edit ] Frederickson, Washington , census-designated place in Pierce County, Washington, United States [REDACTED] Surname list This page lists people with

40-613: A Bachelor of Science degree in Education. A fourth-generation farmer, he earned a reputation as a strong advocate for farmers and agricultural issues, education and tax reform. First elected to the Senate in 1986 in the Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party’s “firestorm” that swept through the region, giving Democrats unprecedented control of southwestern Minnesota for the next several election cycles, Frederickson served two terms. He

60-726: A label informing consumers about the country where the product was sourced. Concerning tax policy, NFU opposes the use of flat tax . The organization favors limited income tax refunds for lands used for agricultural purposes. NFU advocates for estate tax relief for family farms and ranches. NFU has supported the Safe Water Drinking Act, which helps protect groundwater in rural areas. It is also in favor of conservation, responsible use of public lands, responsible use of chemical agents, and protection of wildlife and endangered species. The NFU ranks political candidates based on how their proposed policies would support NFU priorities. During

80-578: A long history regarding equality and opportunities for women. Unlike many organizations at the time, the Farmers Union did not operate a separate women's auxiliary or distinguish membership of women differently from that of men. In 1908, the Pleasant Valley Union in Rooks County, Kansas, elected Amanda Bates as the first-known woman chapter president, more than a decade before the 19th Amendment to

100-471: A portion of the military budget to humanitarian food aid using commodity surpluses from the US. In 1990, the organization pushed for increased regulation and a national standard for organically-produced food. In 2002, NFU was among the leaders of a coalition of 165 farm and consumer groups that helped establish mandatory country-of-origin labeling, which went into effect effect September 30, 2008. The Farmers Union has

120-627: Is different from Wikidata All set index articles David Frederickson David J. Frederickson (born March 2, 1944) is an American politician who served as Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture from January 2011 to 2019, and previously as a member of the Minnesota Senate from West Central Minnesota from 1987 to 1993. Born in Murdock, Minnesota , Frederickson graduated from St. Cloud State University , earning

140-448: The surname Frederickson . If an internal link intending to refer to a specific person led you to this page, you may wish to change that link by adding the person's given name (s) to the link. Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Frederickson&oldid=1250969622 " Categories : Surnames Patronymic surnames Hidden categories: Articles with short description Short description

160-647: The Agriculture and Rural Development Subcommittee on Agriculture Resources during the 1991 and 1992 sessions. After Frederickson's service in the legislature concluded, he was elected president of the Minnesota Farmers Union, serving from 1991 to 2002. In 2002, he was elected president of the National Farmers Union , a national federation of State Farmers Union organizations in the United States and

180-529: The U.S. Constitution granted women the right to vote. In 1925, the Alabama Farmers Union elected Ida Mathis to be the first female state president. The first female to be elected to Wisconsin Farmers Union's board was Ruth Huntington of Mondovi, Wisconsin , in 1952. In 1930, the National Farmers Union established a youth education program after a call for more formalized youth involvement in

200-546: The United States Department of Agriculture as a cabinet-level agency, NFU was successful in blocking these efforts. During the 1970s, NFU took part in developing rural health systems and was also included in the World Hunger Action Council. In 1980, the organization contributed to the process of passing a capital gains tax on foreigners who held US farmland. In 1982, NFU participated in reallocating

220-561: The local level before moving up to the state and national levels. Twice a year, leaders of NFU convene in Washington, D.C., to meet with legislators. National Farmers Union was founded in 1902. In the early 1900's, they campaigned for a parcel post system, direct election of senators, and voting rights for women. Their efforts also led to the enactment of the Federal Farm Loan Act, which established twelve Federal Land Banks. In 1931

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240-598: The organization established the Farmers Union Central Exchange and in 1936, it promoted the Commodity Exchange Act. In 1934, it absorbed the American Society of Equity . In 1943, NFU campaigned to make school lunches permanent, eventually helping to pass school milk legislation through Congress. In 1945, NFU was a founding member of Cooperative for American Remittances to Europe . 1945 also saw

260-678: The organization lobby for a refund of the federal gas tax for gasoline used for agricultural purposes. In 1949, the NFU attempted to help pass the Brannan Plan , which would provide subsidies to farmers, especially those with smaller-than-average operations. All other major farm groups opposed the Brannan Plan, and it failed to pass through Congress. In 1966, NFU founded Green Thumb (now known as Experience Works), which secures employment for low-income and older workers. When efforts were made to eliminate

280-599: The organization. In November 2017, the Wood-Portage-Waupaca County chapter of Wisconsin Farmers Union elected Alicia Razvi as the first Muslim county president. NFU promotes the use of renewable energy sources such as ethanol, biodiesel, and wind energy, and took part in the passing of the Renewable Fuel Standard (United States) in 2005. This standard mandated the use of 8 billion US gallons (30,000,000 m ) of renewable fuels by 2012, which at

300-490: The privatization of Social Security, citing the aging population and slow economic growth of rural America. NFU distinguishes between "Free Trade" and "Fair Trade", and advocates for policies which support family farms and ranches. NFU supports Country-of-Origin Labeling (COOL). COOL was first passed in 2002 and revised in 2008, and mandates that muscle cuts of meat and some vegetables, nuts, and fruits sold at retail must contain

320-492: The program’s first two years of operation, it had earned over $ 8 million for participating producers. NFU supports the creation and maintenance of a system of waterways, railways, and roads that ensure the flow of products to the market.” The organization also supports the continued expansion of telecom utilities into rural areas, as well as adequate health care, including increased funding for emergency response personnel and greater access to prescription drugs. NFU has opposed

340-469: The second largest general farm organization in the country, serving until 2006. In 2009, he received the NFU’s Meritorious Award for his years of service on behalf of Minnesota and American farmers. He worked as an Agricultural Outreach Director for U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar from 2007 to 2010. On December 21, 2010, Minnesota Governor-elect Mark Dayton announced that Frederickson would be

360-457: The state's new commissioner of agriculture, succeeding long-time commissioner and former state representative Gene Hugoson, who held the position since 1995. He took over the department on January 3, 2011. National Farmers Union (United States) Today, the National Farmers Union represents more than 200,000 family farms and ranches across the United States. It is organized into chapters in 33 different states. Proposals are often started at

380-489: The time represented a doubling of domestic renewable fuel production. The organization has also supported legislation promoting gas stations that carry E-85. The organization is in favor of an ethanol fuel tax incentive. In 2010, NFU started work on a carbon credit program, which would allow farmers to earn income by storing carbon in their soil through “no-till crop production, conversion of cropland to grass, sustainable management of native rangeland, and tree plantings”. In

400-501: Was re-elected in 1990. He represented the old District 20A, which included all or portions of Chippewa , Lac qui Parle , Redwood , Swift and Yellow Medicine counties. While in the legislature, Frederickson was a member of the Senate Agriculture and Rural Development, Education, Local and Urban Government, Taxes and Tax Laws and Governmental Operations committees, and of various sub-committees relevant to each area. He chaired

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