Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona’s Post

Good Morning Sludge Truck I found this 2021 article interesting. "Another great week of chicken death up here" he wrote in a July 23 complaint." "The smell is terrible. The amount of coyotes it has attracted is frightening. We find dead birds all the time now many hawks and owls" Did anyone investigate what was causing the dead birds to be found near the poultry sludge ? I've attempted to get this answer from Denali and have only been blocked or ignored but maybe someone can help answer what pathogen reduction practices take place before raw, undigested poultry sludge (blood, feces, innards) are stored in lagoons or spread on fields? Do wild birds like migratory fowl or even scavenger birds not have access to poultry DAF material? #avianflu #wastewatertreatment #sludge #biosecurity #poultryindustry

The Farm Bill is the largest piece of federal legislation for food and farming. It impacts access to nutritious food for the millions of people in the United States facing hunger. 🚜 As grocery prices rise and supply chain disruptions continue, lawmakers must come together to pass a bipartisan 2023 Farm Bill that supports food banks and the people they serve. 🥫 Learn how you can adovacte to help support families in our region 👉 https://lnkd.in/gpg9nfWr

I would like to know more about this. Recommended resources?

Apparently our Governor has declared October Pork Month in Missouri. Since getting involved in the Foundation's Food Justice initiative, I have learned so much about the meat industry in Missouri and especially the small, family farmers who are part of and help invest back into our local economies. The model of Patchwork Family Farms in central MO is all about supporting community through the food system. Food is community. Food is wellbeing. #FoodJustice #HealthEquity 🐷 https://lnkd.in/ge-s9HfH

The Farm Bill is the most significant piece of federal legislation for food and farming. It impacts access to nutritious food for the millions of people in the United States facing hunger. As grocery prices rise and supply chain disruptions continue, lawmakers must come together to pass a bipartisan 2023 Farm Bill that supports food banks and the people they serve. Learn more at https://ow.ly/xETa50PUEye #FarmBill #NWPAFoodBank

The politicization of alternative proteins has been accelerated. This highlights the vital importance of prioritizings funding for technologies and management practices that decrease the climate footprint of livestock production. https://lnkd.in/gUfyjwQE

Did You Know? While rats and mice are often seen as just a household nuisance, in New Zealand they also pose a significant threat to agricultural success. Rodents can consume and contaminate up to one-third of crop yields before they even leave the field. Effective rodent control is not just about protecting your pantry but is essential for safeguarding our food supply and supporting local farmers. Call 0800 024 609 or find out more online, https://ow.ly/tgEV50RFi3h #flickanticimex #flickpestcontrol #rodents #rodentcontrol #pestcontrol

It is time for action. After letting the 2018 Farm Bill expire at the end of September 2023, US Congress passed an extension of benefits listed in the bill in November 2023 to continue until September 30th, 2024. We have only 9 months to push for the passage of this bill that protects farmers, every American who consumes U.S.-cultivated foods, and those facing hunger in our country and abroad. The Farm Bill is a critical piece of legislation needed to fight hunger and is responsible for directly funding Federal nutritional assistance programs. As this bill directly impacts the food resources of every American and our ongoing struggle with food insecurity locally and around the world, I encourage all Iowans to familiarize themselves with the contents of the federal Farm Bill over the next few months. Some sources for learning more: https://lnkd.in/gcrSGzYX https://lnkd.in/gNtGpQmK https://lnkd.in/gRUJawbN https://lnkd.in/gCG-_eaK Chuck Grassley, Mariannette Miller-Meeks, Joni Ernst, Ashley Hinson, Randy Feenstra, Zach Nunn, Governor Kim Reynolds, Food Bank of Iowa, USDA, USDA Farm Production and Conservation, Iowa Legislature, Iowa Legislative News Service, Taylor Foy, Jennifer Heins Davis, Clarke Scanlon, Dustin VandeHoef #fighthunger #hungerfornone #hungerrelief

🚨 Attention Oregonians! 🚨 A concerning development in our state: the new CAFO (Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation) bill is putting immense pressure on local producers, farmers, and small businesses. Under this legislation, authorities are cracking down hard on farms, demanding strict compliance with their codes. Failure to meet these standards could result in devastating consequences - closure of your farm operation. The financial burden is staggering, with costs potentially reaching hundreds of thousands of dollars. For farmers, already operating on thin margins, this poses a serious threat to their livelihoods. Let's stand together to protect our small businesses and local producers. It's time to advocate for fair regulations that support our agricultural community, rather than suffocate it. #SupportLocal #SmallBusiness #OregonFarming 🌾🚜

🛑 Did you hear? The USDA is implementing a regulation mandating electronic identification for diverse livestock moving across state borders. Actions like these jeopardize your ability to access affordable, locally sourced food. It's imperative to take steps towards fostering a self-sufficient community that protects your food sovereignty. According to the Farm and Ranch Freedom Alliance, this mandate discriminates against small independent farmers, giving unfair cost advantages to corporate herds. This forced regulation will control all livestock and poultry, significantly impacting the cost and accessibility of meals for you and your family. You have the power to prevent this forced mandate – but we only have 6 months until it takes effect. How You Can Help: 🔸 Contact Your Senators 🔸 Spread Awareness 🔸 Educate Others Your actions are crucial in safeguarding the interests of small farmers and ranchers and in maintaining a resilient and diversified food system. Thank you for taking a stand and advocating for positive change! For additional details on actionable steps, read the full article: https://hubs.ly/Q02xDGf50 #FoodFreedomProject #FoodSecurity #FoodSovereignty #SupportLocalFarmers #USDA #TakeAction #SustainableLiving #CommunityFirst #LocalFood