Scientists are finding neonicotinoids which are used by farmers on seeds are killing pollinators, and that threatens our food system. Now Vermont’s Pollinator Protection Bill seeks to protect our crops.
A proposal to build an anaerobic digester on Vermont’s largest dairy farm is not the climate solution its proponents claim it to be.
Nubian Markets brings fresh, healthy produce to Nubian Square. It was funded in part by CLF’s Healthy Retail and Commerce Fund.
Local farms are a fundamental way to connect communities through a shared love of healthy food.
“A thriving New England needs a thriving local food system,” said Scott Sanderson, Manager of CLF’s Farm and Food Program. “But we can’t achieve that if our small farmers and food business are left legally vulnerable. We help food businesses move beyond costly legal fees so they can focus on growing, thriving, and providing for their communities.”
CLF’s Legal Food celebrates a milestone – its 1,000 case helping connect small farmers, food entrepreneurs, and nonprofits with free legal help.
Myranda McGowan’s The Whole Almond is one of the New England food start-ups helped by CLF’s Legal Food Hub.
Eastie Farm is a community farm and educational center in East Boston that has been assisted by CLF’s Legal Food Hub.
We’re helping small businesses and nonprofits grow and thrive.
The way we grow our food has a big impact on our climate. Changing how we farm can help our climate rather than harm it.
