This has been quite the year for the Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund (FTCLDF). We would like to celebrate with you the many achievements we have made in the food freedom movement. It gives us great joy to continue to be involved in this movement and to fight for farmers, artisanal producers, homesteaders and consumers across the country.
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October’s Member Photo Monday!
Every Monday is Member Photo Monday where we feature a member photo on our Instagram and Facebook pages. Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund is proud of our members, and we take great pleasure in highlighting their operations and the awesome work they are conducting in sustainable farming, animal husbandry, artisanal…
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…
TAKE ACTION: The Farm Bill
Every five years, Congress passes a Farm Bill—a massive piece of legislation that covers crop subsidies, food stamps, conservation, energy policy on ethanol and renewables, and more. Fundamentally, the Farm Bill is about continuing and promoting the current Agribusiness model, supporting…
An Open Rescue at Long Shadow Farm
The Rameys are dedicated to providing a happy life for their animals and sharing what they have learned through their years of farming with others. The owners frequently host chicken processing workshops welcoming interested foodies, farmers, and people looking to raise birds for meat and eggs to participate and volunteer. On September 17…
Virginia: Oppose These Herd Share Bills Now
While the sale of raw milk is illegal in Virginia, raw milk advocates have used the concept of herd sharing to obtain the revered, nutrient-dense food for decades. In a herd share agreement, consumers pay a farmer a fee for boarding their animal (or share of the animal), caring for…
Top 10 Herd Share Questions Answered
One conversation I had with attorney Elizabeth Rich about raw milk herd shares warrants sharing with you. I learned I don’t understand nearly as much as I thought I did. And I’m not the only one—they are darned confusing to most
Litigation – Meadowsweet Dairy
The Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund (FTCLDF) is representing Meadowsweet Dairy, LLC and its managers Steve and Barb Smith in a series of administrative and civil court actions in response to an attempt by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets (NYDAM) to enforce dairy regulations on this private entity. Status of the Case: May […]
North Dakota Action Page
Welcome to the Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund page to track food freedom activism in North Dakota, particularly state legislation affecting family farms, artisan food producers, homesteaders and real food consumers. You can learn about “How a Bill Becomes Law” [PDF] at the website (www.legis.nd.gov/). Throughout the legislative session, please attend hearings and contact legislators regarding […]
Montana Action Page
Welcome to the Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund page to track food freedom activism in Montana, particularly state legislation affecting family farms, artisan food producers, homesteaders and real food consumers. You can learn about the lawmaking process in Montana and guidelines for contacting legislators at the website (www.leg.mt.gov). Check here for the latest on HB 325 […]