American Farmland Trust on Biden Administration Friday Jan 22nd, 2021 There appears to be optimism among some nationwide agriculture organizations. American Farmland Trust which advocates for preserving farmland across the country released a statement by its president saying it welcomes the Biden inauguration with great enthusiasm. AFT President John Piotti’s statement adds quote, “ We look forward to working with President Biden and his team to positively impact farmers and ranchers of all sizes and across diverse communities; to protect and steward one of this nation’s most important natural resources, its farmland, and ranchland.” Jerry Cosgrove is the group’s Farm Legacy Director, says they are looking forward to expanding federal aid to support farmland preservation under the new administration.