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From Civil Rights to Food Justice, Jim Embry Reflects on a Life of Creative Resistance

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Then, in 2001, at a pivotal point of his life, Embry moved to the heart of Detroit, assuming the role of director at the Boggs Center to Nurture Community Leadership , where he began integrating his work for social justice into the effort to bring nutritious food to underserved communities.

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Critical Investments for Our Small Family Farmers

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CAFF is seeking legislative support for approximately $60 million in one-time investments aimed at addressing the urgent need to ensure the ongoing viability of California’s small farmers, particularly those who have been historically underserved, and who are striving to farm sustainably.

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Gov. Signs Historic Budget: Success for Family Farmers in the Capitol!

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These investments range from broadband infrastructure, to housing for farm workers, as well as significant climate change efforts through investments in the various California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) climate smart agriculture programs. ” Unfortunately, the work is never done.

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BIFS Field Day: Cover Cropping and Livestock Grazing for Regenerative Viticulture

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That’s part of what Project Terra is about; it’s highlighting all of these ideas and initiatives that are going to take us further on that sustainability spectrum. ” -Kendra Altnow Project Terra is their collection of initiatives that demonstrate and communicate the positive impact of regenerative agriculture using systems approach principles.

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Family Farmers Return from State Capitol with High Hopes

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The revised budget includes increased support for agriculture with $641 million added to the January budget of $285 million for a total of $926 million over 2021-2022. 10 million to support existing and develop new small-farm tool libraries so farmers can easily rent or borrow high-value tools. I’m accessible.

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CAFF’s 2022 Policy Priorities

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What’s needed in California for small farms, sustainable agriculture and local food systems to truly thrive, find equity, and remain resilient in the face of adversity? This year we will work with CDFA and allies to ensure this program will equitably support the growth of food systems jobs and the local farming economy.