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April 24th, 2009 by Annie
The uproar about H.R. 875 has not been as loud as in the past but there are other “food safety” bills that are a concern. This is addressed in an excellent article from the Farm Aid website. Check it out. There has been some movement on H.R. 875. It was referred to the House Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry.I will see what I can find out about that committee and who is on it. Stay tuned.
March 20th, 2009 by Annie
There was an article on yesterday’s Capital Press website with Pacific NW reaction. Check it out. No new information but more perspective than just mine.
March 20th, 2009 by Annie
We have been receiving numerous calls and emails regarding H.R. 875, the Food Safety Modernization Act. Many are in response to some emails and blog discussions that characterize this bill as bringing about the end to organic agriculture, farmers markets, and access to seeds.
Ashland Food Co-op, and food co-ops all over the country are aware of this bill. I have had lengthy conversations with both Peter DeFazio’s office and Kurt Schrader’s office. Peter is one of the 39 co-sponsors of HR 875 and Kurt sits on the Ag Committee that will review it to either let it die a quiet death or send it on to the next step. (more…)
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