Membership is open to communities throughout the United States, such as consumer groups obtaining food directly from farmers and artisan food producers. Such communities seek to defend the rights of farmers and artisan food producers to provide these foods direct to consumers.
A community qualifying for Affiliate membership is a formal or loosely organized group of farmers and/or consumers that engages in and/or supports direct-to-consumer distribution of farm products and artisan foods. Examples include buyers clubs, food co-ops, farmers co-ops, farmers markets, community supported agriculture (CSAs), and sustainable agriculture non-profits.
Thank you for helping us to further our mission.
Membership Info:
Annual Membership: $250 minimum
The minimum of $250 covers up to 50 associated members of an Affiliate community. For communities with more than 50 associated members, add $5/person beyond the first 50. If you have any questions, please call us at 703-208-3276 or email [email protected]
Call 703-208-3276 to complete the application by phone.
Membership Benefits:
Legal Defense
Potential legal representation to defend your community’s access to raw milk and other healthy products directly from farmers and artisan food producers.
Consistent with Internal Revenue Service regulations, we cannot guarantee representation in every case. However, in practice, we will come to the aid of our members to protect and advance the rights of all to grow, raise, prepare, provide, purchase and consume nutrient-dense foods.
Security
Our 24-hour hotline for legal emergencies any time of the day or night: (800) 867-5891
Freedom
Participation in direct commerce knowing that lobbying and advocacy are available in the event of government interference.
Sound Advice
Advice on federal, state and local agriculture and health department regulations affecting direct distribution of farm products and artisan foods.
Accurate Information
Access to information is available upon legal consultation with our attorneys, tailored to your need and location.