Raw milk laws differ from state to state, due in part to the federal ban on the interstate transport of raw milk for human consumption. This raw milk map and chart reflect the statutes, regulations, and court cases in effect as of…
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A Year in Photos
2018 is almost over! What’s a better way to celebrate the year than with a visual representation! A happy new year and best wishes to you and your family for 2019!
The Case of Embargoed Goat Milk Gelato
Who screams for ice cream? We all scream for ice cream—especially artisan goat milk gelato, made in small batches by Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund (FTCLDF) member Lisa Black. Lisa’s Agriculture Department inspector was screaming, too, but not in a good way. He was under…
FSMA Deadlines: Are You a “Food Facility”?
After nearly a decade of congressional debates, regulatory wrangling, and implementation delays, the deadline for compliance of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) is now approaching. Thanks to organizations (like FTCLDF!) working for small farmers, artisan producers, and local food consumers, most small-scale producers are exempt from…
Obtaining Raw Milk in Washington, D.C.
In some states, it is especially difficult for residents to legally obtain fresh raw milk. Here is FTCLDF supporter Julia Strzeszkowski’s story about obtaining raw milk in our nation’s capital and why she went through the hassle…