FTCLDF 2013 Summary  Since its inception in 2007, the Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund ("FTCLDF" or the "Fund") has worked to establish and protect the rights of farmers to direct market the products of the farm and the rights of consumers to obtain the foods of their choice from the source of their choice. FTCLDF continues to promote the local food movement and defend against government interference in private arrangements. There have been significant court victories for Fund members during this time with progress on the legislative front as well. This summary covers the Fund's work during 2013 and the first half of 2014. Check Out the 2013 Summary Here! |
Landmark Agriculture Bill Now Law in Virginia  Press Release New Law Reaffirms the Right to Farm and Grants Freedom from Government Overreach PARIS, VA - July 1, 2014 -The bill, HB 268 (SB 51), becomes law in Virginia today, protecting certain activities at agricultural operations from local regulation. This statewide non-partisan legislation was driven by grassroots organizations and individuals in the thousands across the Commonwealth and is one of the first bills signed into law...more |
 September 5-6 in the Shenandoah Valley, VA!Food Freedom Fest is a fun, educational gathering for anyone who celebrates and appreciates freedom of choice in food and agriculture. Join us for three incredible events and five delicious meals. Set in scenic and historic Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, attendees will enjoy two days of celebrating food freedom and meeting with others who share the same passions. Here's the plan: FRIDAY, Sept. 5 Food Freedom Conference (8 am-4:30 pm) - Locally-grown, nutrient-dense meals and an engaging conference featuring distinguished and successful food freedom activists at the Stonewall Jackson Hotel in Staunton, Virginia. Local Food Street Fair (6-9 pm) - To honor Virginia's own, Joel Salatin, featuring local vendors and live entertainment in beautiful downtown Staunton, Virginia. SATURDAY, Sept. 6 Deluxe Polyface Farm Tour (8:30 am-2:30 pm) - Farm breakfast followed by a premium 2.5-hour tractor-pulled haywagon tour of one of America's most innovative sustainable agriculture projects plus a farm feast with the Salatin family, staff and interns near Swoope, Virginia To attend Food Freedom Fest, donate $395 or more to FTCLDF--the tireless defender of food freedom--before the seats are filled! Visit www.farmtoconsumer.org/fff 
Special Upgrade Event VIP RECEPTION WITH JOEL SALATIN Sept. 5, Friday from 5 pm - 6:30 pm Zynodoa Restaurant, Staunton, Virginia Upgrade your Food Freedom Fest experience, and include this event for just $125. Meet Joel and Teresa Salatin plus other food rights celebrities at this intimate VIP party, featuring local food appetizers and a beverage selection including local wine and beer. |
Annual Appeal FundRAISER 2014 | To receive one of these 5 specially-selected donor gifts, donate $100 or more
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Support the Tireless Defenders of Food Freedom! We still have a long road ahead to safeguard our most basic freedom: Our freedom to eat foods of our choice from farmers and artisans of our choice without government interference. Every victory plants a stake, draws a line, protects a cherished right, and safeguards a precious freedom. Every day we appreciate and thank the thousands of donors, loyal members and grassroots activists that stand behind each victory! Your donation of any size will be appreciated and wisely used to make a difference! Read more about our progress protecting food rights! Donate now and select your gift(s) while supplies last! |
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Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund, a 501(c)(4) nonprofit, defends the rights and broadens the freedoms of family farms and artisan food producers while protecting consumer access to raw milk and nutrient-dense foods. Learn more About Us or check out the FTCLDF 2013 Summary.
Membership benefits include the possibility of representation in court; the Fund typically pays for all court costs. The Fund is not an insurance company and cannot guarantee representation on all legal matters. Your membership fees and donations help to keep local food sources available and preserve family farms facing unjust enforcement actions.
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