HR 875

I have lots of farm stories to tell, but wanted to post a quick note about hr 875, as I have had many emails asking for my thoughts. Please keep in mind that the following is just my opinion. I will also keep you updated as I am defintely staying on top of this.

Hey Everyone-
Have been researching this bill quite a bit, and have a call in to a few of my friends in D.C.
It cuts to the heart with me as organic farming is what pays my bills (Well along with Scott's tips from Harrah's).
I defintely agree that too much regulation just leads to those with the means to get around them... getting around them. This legislation is the result of a few scares, all of which prevented if a. current legislation was enforced, or b. consumers took matters into their own hands by knowing who sells them their food, and how it is grown/processed/ packaged.
With all of that said.. right now it seems like this bill is still in committee, and according to my friends back east Missourians as well as many Americans are letting their voices be heard about protecting small/ and organic farmers. Thus, it is unlikely (At this point)to pass without numerous admentments.
This bill is also very vague, and does not outlaw backyard farming as many have suggested, the interpretations that people are getting are derived merely from it's vagueness.


Cheers, Lucinda