RFK Jr Podcast
Farmers Speak with Elizabeth Kucinich
Aug 19, 2023
A panel of farmers discuss revitalizing American farming, including environmental issues in hog farming, opportunities for American farmers, regenerative farming, transitioning to organic farming, and the importance of agricultural education. Exciting solutions and experiences are shared throughout the discussion.
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- Policy reform and sustainable agriculture practices are necessary to address challenges in the food system and prioritize resilience, human health, and long-term food security.
- Small farmers face challenges such as limited market opportunities, burdensome regulations, and control of the food system, and solutions include finding alternative revenue streams, scale-appropriate regulations, and rebuilding infrastructure to support small farms.
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The Need for Policy Reform and Sustainable Agriculture
The speakers emphasized the urgent need for policy reform and sustainable agriculture practices in order to address the current challenges facing the food system. They highlighted the control of the food system by large corporations, the burden of regulations on small farmers, and the need to rebuild infrastructure to support smaller scale and regenerative agriculture. They advocated for reforms such as the PRIME Act, country of origin labeling for meat, and changes to the check-off program to better support small farmers. By promoting policy reform, they aim to create a system that prioritizes resilience, human health, and long-term food security.
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