Source: NATIONAL SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE COALITION, 8/26/20

Today, Congresswoman Alma Adams (D-NC-12) introduced The Local and Regional Farmer and Market Support Act (Local Farmer Act) H.R. 8096 to provide meaningful support to farmers, ranchers, and critical local and regional food systems businesses.

In the face of ongoing pandemic impacts, local and regional food systems – including farmers markets, food hubs, and farmers and ranchers selling locally – have generated rapid innovations and business model pivots and proven to be one of the most resilient, effective ways to get healthy food to families in need. But they’ve done so largely without federal support, and thousands of farmers continue to report significantly increased expenses and reduced sales.

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