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AFBF acquires leading events, publications

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WASHINGTON — The American Farm Bureau Federation has announced the acquisition of Cygnus Business Media's agricultural events and publications.

The purchase includes five IDEAg branded farm shows – Minnesota Farmfest, Dakotafest, Amarillo Farm and Ranch Show, Northern Illinois Farm Show and the IDEAg Interconnectivity Conference. The business also publishes Feed & Grain Magazine and Case IH's Farm Forum magazine.

"This acquisition is the union of very strong brands that are deeply-rooted in agriculture," said American Farm Bureau Federation President Bob Stallman. "By joining the Farm Bureau family, these publications and events create additional opportunities for. . .

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