Farm Aid
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Farm Aid’s mission is to build a vibrant, family farm-centered system of agriculture in America. Also on Bluesky https://t.co/zUW7GPuZdj + Threads
Cambridge, MA
Joined July 2008
If you didn't have a chance to make a donation, there's still time to let family farmers and ranchers know just how important they are. DONATE NOW AND DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT --->
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We're asking you to stand with Farm Aid because when you support family farmers, you're also strengthening the communities we share.
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On behalf of family farmers across the country, Farm Aid sends a heartfelt THANKS to the generous supporters who are standing with Farm Aid today ... BUT we're not there yet!
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Show family farmers just how much they matter to you by making a gift to Farm Aid right now. Your donation will be DOUBLED by Willie's Remedy+ which has generously pledged a $40,000 matching donation in celebration of Farm Aid's 40th anniversary! https://t.co/1lt4uvnXxq
farmaid.org
We're asking you to stand with Farm Aid because when you support family farmers, you're also strengthening the communities we share.
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We all need family farmers to grow the good food that sustains us; to care for the soil, water and climate around us; and to strengthen our communities. We connects farmers to the critical resources they need to thrive and build a family farm-centered system of ag in America.
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Farmer ingenuity! Minnesota soybeans are being used to create a foam to fight fires without the negative health and environmental impacts of traditional foams that use forever chemicals known as PFAS. 👏 https://t.co/YtvXyR5gIH
mprnews.org
In a year when soybean markets have been upended by trade wars, the Minnesota Soybean Research & Promotion Council is running a campaign to add demand and diversify product options for soybeans...
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It's #GivingTuesday! On this global day of giving, we're asking you to stand with Farm Aid because when you support family farmers, you're also strengthening the communities we share. https://t.co/1lt4uvnXxq
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This article talks about some of the disasters Vermont has faced in the last few years and a state-level legislative initiative to support farmers after climate disasters, which was supported by Farm Aid via a strategic grant. https://t.co/cHAQY61tCO
ambrook.com
As Vermont farmers and ranchers head into winter after three years of weather catastrophes, they’re looking for emergency funding, better on-farm resilience — and whatever hay you can spare.
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"The H-2A program has issued roughly 420,000 visas annually since 2023, covering about half of all agricultural jobs...the government expects to issue an additional 119,000 visas." New rule also lowers minimum wage + lets employers charge for housing. https://t.co/vK1BFEVwFj
latintimes.com
The Trump administration has moved to ease hiring rules for foreign farmworkers while immigration authorities appear to be reducing workplace raids in the agricultural sector, according to a new...
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Watch this YouTube playlist we created with performances from Farm Aid 40 – perfect tunes to accompany cooking or traveling! https://t.co/3RSCu7fTrC
youtube.com
Watch a selection of videos from Farm Aid 40, which took place Saturday, September 20, at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota! For more informa...
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Beets are affordable, packed with antioxidants and a great storage crop, meaning they're easy to find all winter – even in cold places. Our Culinary Director shared an easy recipe for Beet Walnut Salad, adapted from a dish served at this year's Farm Aid.
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Beets are affordable, packed with antioxidants and a great storage crop, meaning they’re easy to find all winter – even in cold places. Learn how to make a beet walnut salad from Carolina Reid, Farm...
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On Thanksgiving Day, you can listen to a special encore broadcast of the "Farm Aid 40" festival on Willie's Roadhouse – plus enjoy 100+ @SiriusXM channels free in your car for a limited time, now through December 1. Learn more: https://t.co/MNO9zyYOwu
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Taking these questions into account, we've poured through our past calls to action and pieced together some ways you can make a difference. Click below (link in bio) to learn 10 ways you can support family farm agriculture. https://t.co/GRGcmJIkwb
farmaid.org
Follow our guide to learn 10 simple ways you can support family farmers! From buying direct, to nurturing the next generation — we've got you covered.
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We often hear from people who want to make a difference in our farm and food system. They tell us that the issues seem too large, too out of their control and they're not sure where they can really make a dent.
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Festivalgoers loved learning how to print images using the sun in a process called cyanotype. #Skillshare #cyanotype #flowerfarm #farmerheroes Read how she got into flower farming and more about her business:
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Q+A with Hummingbird’s Blooms owner and farmer-florist, Alexandra Norton. Alexandra will lead a sun-printing demonstration in the Farm Aid 2024 HOMEGROWN Skills Tent.
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One of our Farmer Heroes, Hummingbird's Blooms owner and farmer-florist, Alexandra Norton, led a demonstration last year in the Farm Aid 2024 HOMEGROWN Skills Tent.
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There's a Farm Crisis, but it's not just because of the trade war with China. This video spoke with farmers who explain "it's because a handful of corporations have taken control of their markets to ensure they always win, and farmers barely break even." https://t.co/zd5BRBlmYB
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With falling profits, Iowa farmers facing 'extreme financial distress,' more bankruptcies
desmoinesregister.com
Veteran bankruptcy attorney says Iowa farmers in extreme financial distress are at a "level higher than I’ve seen in a long time."
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Our friends at @FarmAid compiled a great list to remind us how to support our family farm agriculture. See how many you can check off! Go to https://t.co/sFmcVondA9
#BuyLocal #FarmToTable #COProud
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A little cow cuddling sounds pretty good today... Love the photos in this 🎁 article: https://t.co/0hTPxVTMiq
washingtonpost.com
Farms are turning to cow cuddling as a revenue stream amid decreasing dairy prices
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