Farm Bill
We have the opportunity to shape the health, equity, and long-term economic and environmental sustainability of the U.S. farm and food system, but it requires grassroots participation in the policy-making process to make change happen.
The National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC) is working to reform and construct policies and programs that truly support our small and mid-sized farms, protect and conserve our natural resources and environment, and breathe new life into our rural communities. All sections of the farm bill hold significant opportunities for crafting cost-effective, high-impact policies that can increase farm profitability and improve the health of individuals, communities, and the environment.
In May 2008, NSAC completed its fourth federal farm bill campaign. The National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition’s policy positions are based on extensive grassroots input from sustainable and organic farmers and ranchers and from private non-profit organizations working directly with farmers. NSAC policy is developed through participatory issue committees that involve NSAC member organizations as well as other national and regional sustainable agriculture networks and organizations.
Now NSAC is engaged in the important work of making sure that 2008 farm bill programs that support conservation, organic production and research, beginning farmers, and local and regional food systems are properly implemented by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and funded. It is also working with its members to continue growing the movement for a better farm bill the next time around. Help us make this happen by getting involved!