We are currently rolling out a members-only webinar series, beginning with farm marketing expert Charlotte Smith on “3 Steps to Keep Customers Coming Back after the Pandemic is Over,” to be held on May 7, 2020 at 10 a.m. Pacific, 12 p.m. Central, 1 p.m. Eastern…
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How’s Your Farm Business?
We are starting to see a lot of changes in our food supply as a result of COVID-19. Large meat processing plants are closing in South Dakota, Iowa, Pennsylvania, and likely more to come as workers become ill from COVID-19. Perhaps this can lead to changes in the regulation of processing plants and our meat supply…
Shuttering Farmers Markets Over COVID-19 Is Stupid, Dangerous, and Counterproductive
“It is more vital than ever that small producers be able to provide fresh foods direct to consumers,” says Alexia Kulwiec, Executive Director of FTCLDF. “Losing the ability to provide food through the farmers’ market could also be the last straw for small farms struggling to make ends meet…”
Note Concerning COVID-19
We will continue to monitor and challenge any efforts that create obstacles to farm-to-consumer commerce.
It is our sincere hope that the increased demand for healthy, locally grown food persists…
VIRGINIA: Call Secretary of Ag to Keep Farmers Markets Open!
As you may know, the State of Virginia has declared a state of emergency in response to COVID 19. We have heard reports of uncertainty regarding how this affects the operations of farmers markets. The Virginia Farmers’…