Small Farms Lose in 9-Month Farm Bill Extension
January 4, 2013An extension of the 2008 Farm Bill, rolled into Congress’ fiscal-cliff deal, prioritizes big ag, leaving sustainable-farming advocates worried about the future of small-scale farming.
USDA Awards Farm-to-School Grants
November 30, 2012A total of $4.5 million has been awarded for the planning and implementation of farm-to-school programs throughout the country.
5 Ways to Affect Farm Policy
June 25, 2012Not satisfied with the status quo of agricultural policy? Use these tips to effectively communicate your small-scale-farming ideas to government officials.
2011 Farm Policy Round-up
December 20, 2011As the year draws to a close, take a look at some of the policies that will influence small-scale ag in 2012 and beyond.
USDA Launches Biobased-product Label
February 23, 2011Courtesy USDA/ Biopreferred Program The USDA expectsthat products containing the new certified biobased-product label will hit the market beginning in the spring or summer 2011. In an effort to raise consumer recognition of biobased products, the USDA’s BioPreferred program has implemented a product certification and labeling system. Now underway for nearly a month, the labeling […]
New Ag Chair to Face Farm Bill Challenges
December 9, 2010A seasoned member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, Sen. Debbie Stabenow will take over as chairperson in 2011.
