Understanding the farm bill reauthorization process is never easy, but this time around it will be more challenging than ever. American Farmland Trust, Wholesome Wave, Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Working Group and New England Farmers Union hosted two webinars to help Northeast farm, food and conservation advocates better understand the 2012 Farm Bill reauthorization process.
Learn what’s at stake for USDA programs that protect farmland, address environmental challenges, improve food access, and revitalize local and regional food systems in the Northeast.
Scott Soares, Commissioner, Massachusetts Department of Agriculture Resources [Download presentation]
S. Patrick McMillan, Assistant Secretary, Office of Marketing, Animal Industries and Consumer Services, Maryland Department of Agriculture [Download presentation]
Gus Schumacher, Executive VP of Policy, Wholesome Wave; Board Member, American Farmland Trust [Download presentation]
Ferd Hoefner, Policy Director, National Sustainable Agriculture Committee [Download presentation]
“Changes in the 2012 Farm Bill appear both likely and may be significant, if not radical. Our country’s economic situation will be the most significant driver and agent of change in the 2012 Farm Bill.” — Jon Scholl, President, American Farmland Trust
“Changes in the 2012 Farm Bill appear both likely and may be significant, if not radical. Our country’s economic situation will be the most significant driver and agent of change in the 2012 Farm Bill.” — Jon Scholl, President, American Farmland Trust
