This Members Only webinar on December 7 features guest presenter Mike Badger from American Pastured Poultry Producers Association (APPPA). We will spend some time: Walking through the recent updates made to our online poultry map and chart that better reflect the poultry exemption regulations in each…
state legislation
Members-Only Webinar: The Farm Bill
We will give an overview and high-level introduction of the Farm Bill, the multiple bills that comprise the legislation, and the process that goes into pulling it all together; Policy efforts related to the Farm Bill and the priorities we believe are of most importance; How you can get involved with advocacy efforts…
2023 State Legislative Session Summary Shows Progress for Food Freedom
The 2023 state legislative session resulted in the passing of a number of laws relevant to the Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund’s mission, and of impact to our members and their food production operations. Some state sessions remain active, so there may yet be more laws to come, but we wanted to take this opportunity to give […]
Help FTCLDF Fight for Food Freedom in Maine
Kenduskeag, Me. (June 12, 2023) – As we reported about six weeks ago, Maine state regulators have shuttered a small home food business serving healthy, prepared meals to one of its rural communities. In support of Kenduskeag Kitchen owner Rhiannon Deschaine and other members, Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund (FTCLDF) maintains action taken by the State […]
Members-Only Webinar: Which Business Structure Is Best for Your Farm or Cottage Food Company?
Choosing the best business structure for a farm, cottage food company, or food hub is a good way to strengthen your business and to defend yourself if a problem with your food business arises. We’re bringing in an expert from Northeast Legal Food Hub to…