NAFB members hit the ground running in Washington, D.C., this April for an unforgettable Washington Watch 2026. With 24 broadcasters on site and more than 100 members joining throughout the event, NAFB’s presence was strong, visible, and unmistakably influential in the nation’s capital.
The week kicked off with energy as both the Board and all‑member meetings delivered key updates and set the tone for a packed agenda.


Orion Samuelson’s career in farm broadcasting spanned over 64 years, the last 60 at WGN Radio in Chicago, Illinois. For this month’s “Lessons Learned,” Orion visited with NAFB Executive Director Tom Brand...
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