Sentences with phrase «rural farm economies»

Is it possible to efficiently deliver local food to (mostly) urban consumers while still supporting (mostly) rural farm economies?

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Family farms, restaurants, other food businesses and the rural economy will suffer under federal tax proposals for small businesses,

Development of national economies typically involved shifts from subsistence farming to «more efficient» methods that released labor from the rural sector to the urban one.

Jonai Farms is an ethically viable no - growth model — Tammi often says we need to multiply our farms, not scale them, to support more people working the land fairly and to revive rural communities and local food econoFarms is an ethically viable no - growth model — Tammi often says we need to multiply our farms, not scale them, to support more people working the land fairly and to revive rural communities and local food econofarms, not scale them, to support more people working the land fairly and to revive rural communities and local food economies.

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Small farms also strengthen rural economies, preserve important ecosystems, and help to protect a way of life that is increasingly under threat.

Organic agriculture — identified as a package of intelligent and innovative farming techniques, sustainable and fair food chains based on principles that strengthen small - scale farmers and empower rural economies - are being adopted globally by governments and local authorities, carried out by millions of farmers and supported by a rapidly increasing number of consumers.

improving outcomes for our agriculture sector through lower production costs, supporting access to overseas markets and the associated benefits for farm businesses, rural communities and the Australian economy

Farmer - Veteran Coalition The mission of the Farmer - Veteran Coalition (FVC) is to mobilize our food and farming community to create healthy and viable futures for America's veterans by enlisting their help in building our green economy, rebuilding our rural communities, and securing a safe and healthy food supply for all.

The next Government must ensure the rural economy can meet the farming needs of tomorrow, today by embracing new technologies, aided by the UK's world - class agricultural biotechnology sector.

«From our farms and wineries to the small businesses on Main Street, our rural communities have the potential to reinvigorate local economies in every region of the state and help make New York a more affordable and prosperous state,» Helming said.

Pre-Campaign Community Service / Activism: Worked extensively with Family of Woodstock, Rip Van Winkle Council of Boy Scouts of America, establishing Ulster County Habitat for Humanity, Ralph Darmstadt Homeless Shelter, Ulster County Board of Health and Ulster County Human Rights Commission, Caring Hands Soup Kitchen Board Member, Midtown Rising Board Member, Teacher at Woodbourne Prison, part of Rising Hope Program Platform At a Glance Economy: Supports farming subsidies, job creation through infrastructure investments in rural broadband and sustainable technology, in favor of strong unions Healthcare: Medicare for All Women's Rights: Pro-choice, supports fully funding Planned Parenthood, birth control to be paid for employer, supports equal pay for equal work Racial Justice: Will work to prevent discrimination of all kind Immigration: Supports comprehensive immigration reform that includes path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants Foreign Policy: Supports increased pressure on North Korea but not military intervention Environment: Supports measures to stall climate change and create green jobs LGBTQ: Supports anti-discrimination of all people Gun Control: Will not take NRA money, supports common sense gun control and against Faso's vote to allow the mentally disabled to obtain firearms

For example, commodity exchange boards and futures markets to ensure minimum farm incomes and encourage production must become part of our rural economies.

A third of Wales» population live in rural areas where farming and agricultural supply chain businesses are the backbone of local economies.

«But, there could be a spillover effect — if the farm income declines, the rest of the rural economy suffers.»

Over the last 10 years we've worked with the town and its farmers to protect a dozen farms in Red Hook, guaranteeing they continue contributing to the town's rural economy and charm while providing the region with great - tasting fruits and vegetables whose carbon footprints are miniscule.

Clearly, wind farm development offers rural counties feeling the brunt of increased production costs for wheat and other crops an excellent opportunity to diversify their local economy, tap into another plentiful natural resource, and help keep their farms profitable and their public services well - funded.

Well, renewable energy development in the Northwest, and wind development in particular, can offer some much needed relief to Northwest wheat farmers and rural communities suffering from the falling profitability of their traditional farm - based economies.

Tuesday, April 24, noon - 1 pm, Tucker Foundation Living Room Supporting Local Farms: A conversation with Andrea Stander, Director of Rural Vermont, who will discuss their work advocating on behalf of Vermont farmers and consumers to promote vibrant rural economies and communities by supporting small, sustainable fFarms: A conversation with Andrea Stander, Director of Rural Vermont, who will discuss their work advocating on behalf of Vermont farmers and consumers to promote vibrant rural economies and communities by supporting small, sustainable fRural Vermont, who will discuss their work advocating on behalf of Vermont farmers and consumers to promote vibrant rural economies and communities by supporting small, sustainable frural economies and communities by supporting small, sustainable farmsfarms.

Zedeck writes,» [B] y eliminating the need for traditional fertilizers (which damage soil and water tables), and distributing a cost effective drip irrigation system and training on green water management (rainwater collection) techniques, we think the Backpack farm model could actually shift the entire mindset of how to develop rural economies and make a positive impact Africa's food security by empowering rural farmers with access to markets.

However, other events last week at the conference provided a window onto an industry that is experiencing exponential growth, and a handful of kibbutzim (rural collective farms) that are attempting to harness the power of the clean energy economy to create a new model for sustainable development in the region.

Helping preserve working farms provides healthy produce, supports food security and keeps economies of rural communities energized.

Stronachs property, private client and corporate teams work closely with farm owners and traditional agricultural producers nationwide, supporting Scotland's strong rural economy.