As extreme rain events become more common, Willow Run Farmstead is investing in conservation practices, adapting how they use their land, and bracing for the weather to get worse. In the summer of 2023, a massive rain event inundated Willow Run Farmstead in Berks County, Pennsylvania. Deanne Boyer raises grass-fed beef and pasture pork on […]

A major divide in the battle over the next Farm Bill could reverse progress made to support ecologically sound practices and may leave smaller farms unprotected.

Each year, we honor farmer, community, and business leaders who serve as examples for advancing sustainable agriculture through innovation and collaboration. I’m pleased to share this year’s award recipients. Business Leadership Award Masa Cooperativa Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Masa Cooperativa is a worker-owned and majority immigrant-operated cooperative based in Philadelphia that mills corn grown in partnership with […]

With the federal Farm Bill set to expire on September 30th, this coming month will be a critical time to take action. Farmer and Farm Bill Campaign Organizer Lindsey Shapiro shares a few things you can do to help ensure the finalized bill supports an equitable and ecologically sound food system and includes the needs […]