American Farmland Trust: Issues&Programs

A new direction for america

What do school lunches, renewable energy, and clean water all have in common? The farm bill—often overlooked legislation that profoundly affects communities, the environment, health, and nutrition.

The farm bill dedicates more public dollars to resource protection than the Environmental Protection Agency, and we worked hard to ensure that the new 2008 bill would serve America’s communities, farmers and consumers.

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2008 Farm Bill Enacted Into Law After Veto Glitch

Our Recommendations AFT's outline for a new direction in U.S. farm and food policy.	AFT in Action From Capitol Hill to main street America, see what we're up to.
Why the Farm Bill Is Important If you care about healthy foods, your community or the environment, pay attention to the farm bill.	Take Action Congress is talking about your food—join the discussion. Learn what you can do to support farmland.
What's Happening in Congress Cut through the Capitol Hill clutter with our guide to important bills and other updates.	Research & Analysis Track the latest information from agricultural leaders and policy experts throughout the United States.