WHAT'S NEW IN FOOD & AG POLICY
Get the latest in local food and agricultural policy, including updates on state and national bills of concern to family farms, hot topics in sustainable ag legislation and calls to action.
CAFF Survey 2023
Please take a few moments (no more than 10 minutes) to complete this year’s survey. The results from this survey help us better understand what issues are most important
Final state budget protects commitments to small farms & provides vital flood relief!
Sacramento, CA -— Yesterday, Governor Gavin Newsom signed the 2023-24 budget bill. The Community Alliance with Family Farmers supports the final state budget agreement and is pleased to see the
ACTION ALERT: Last chance to prevent funding cuts to small farm programs & demand winter storm relief
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Family Farmers React to Gov’s Budget, Urge Re-investments in Local Food, Equitable Flood Relief
Today California Governor Gavin Newsom released his 2023-24 May Revision Budget proposal. While we commend the Governor for addressing the devastating effects of climate change on the agriculture community, with severe swings
Local Food Producers Bill
The Local Food Producers Bill, if passed, will help identify and create a legal definition for “Local Food Producers”, independently-owned farms operated on less than 500 acres who sell direct
Cooperative Farm Equipment Program Proposed by CA Legislator
[SACRAMENTO, CA] – Assemblymember Steve Bennett (D-Ventura) has introduced AB 552 which would create a new program to increase equipment access for small and mid-scale growers. The program will increase