Small-Farm Advocates Criticize Reported USDA Delay of Poultry-Grower Payment Rule

The NFFC is pushing back on a reported federal delay of a key poultry payment rule, warning it could hurt contract growers, weaken transparency. The post Small-farm advocates criticize reported USDA ...
American Farm Bureau Federation

Small Family Farms, The Roots of American Agriculture

When people are asked what a “small farm” is, they may base their answer on the number of acres or number of animals a farm has – and they often assume that there aren’t many of them. However, small, ...
The Providence Journal

Local farms challenge USDA salmonella rules: 'less locally sourced food and higher prices'

The USDA is considering new regulations on salmonella in raw chicken and turkey. Proponents of the regulations say they are necessary to protect consumers from foodborne illness. Opponents argue that ...
Arizona Daily Wildcat

Regional egg producers see surge in sales

Sarah and Corey Bolander started a small chicken farm on their property in Marana in 2021 with the intention of eating healthier. Little did they know their farm would make such a strong impact on ...