The beautiful thing about this time of the year is undoubtedly the fresh produce available, especially from farmer's markets and roadside stands. What could be better than buying local, fresh produce right from the farmer that grew it? Of course, that makes people at the FDA and other government … [Read more...]
New Food Safety Regulations Delayed
At the beginning of 2011, the Obama administration signed into law the Food Safety and Modernization Act. If you're unaware, the goal of the legislation was to "modernize" the food industry and place new regulations on every aspect of the production chain. However, apparently the Obama … [Read more...]
Farm Bill Lobbying
I haven't previously posted anything regarding the 2012 Farm Bill (the Senate passed a version and the House is currently working on it), because the final bill is obviously in flux. However, I did find a report about the lobbying related to the legislation.Food & Water Watch, a group dedicated … [Read more...]
America’s Favorite Farmers Market
American Farmland Trust's annual contest to determine America's favorite farmers market is now open for voting! There will be a button on the side of the blog until the end of the contest. Remember: vote early and often!(Note: The contest is only open to markets that feature multiple farms, not … [Read more...]
“I’m Farming and I Grow It”
Too funny not to share! … [Read more...]
Dirty Dozen Just a Dirty Lie?
If you haven't previously heard of the "Dirty Dozen" it is the Environmental Work Group's list of produce which is most likely to have pesticide residue when consumers purchase it in the store. According to the group, these are the items you probably want to splurge on and buy organic. After all, … [Read more...]
The Truth About Monsanto’s New Sweet Corn
I created this blog with the express intent to clear up misunderstandings and, quite frankly, the blatant lies that generally are passed along about the agricultural industry. Today, I get the chance to respond and, hopefully, debunk one of these stories. Monsanto, who is famously known for … [Read more...]