To nurture their crops and sustain their livestock, farmers depend upon soil, water and air – the very resources most directly impacted by climate change. From floods and wildfires, to droughts and devastating storms, family farmers find themselves on the front lines of a changing ecosystem. They’ve become all too familiar with the extreme weather caused by climate change. The catastrophic flooding across the Midwest this spring is just the latest example of the weather challenges farmers face.
A flooded grain elevator. Photo: Jo Naylor
The good news is that family farmers who practice sustainable farming methods are an essential part of the climate solution. Farming practices that build soil, recycle nutrients and water, reduce chemical use and enhance biodiversity offer the greatest potential for a strong food and farm future.
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Farm Aid promotes a system of agriculture that fosters resiliency, ensures equitable, democratic and locally controlled markets, and supports diverse food production across America’s landscape. We work with farmers to make sure their voices are heard, assist those affected by natural disasters to recover and rebuild, and partner with organizations to advance farm-based solutions to climate change.
“I’ve always believed the most important people are the ones who plant the seeds and care for the soil where they grow.” – Willie Nelson
Each one of us has a role in building a sustainable food and farm system and you can be sure that with your support, Farm Aid will continue our critical work to keep family farmers on the land, where they can strengthen our communities, steward our soil and water, and grow good food to feed us all.
