Each February, NAFA members travel to Washington, D.C. where they meet with lawmakers to discuss issues related to alfalfa and alfalfa forage systems. NAFA representatives have more than 100 meetings with staff of House and Senate Ag Committee members, House and Senate Ag Appropriations Committee members, USDA, and other agencies as appropriate. The Fly-in (or Zoom-in) builds awareness and recognition for the nation's 4th most value crop.