6. Know the Laws: Regulation of small to midsize farms
Alexia Kulwiec
Farm-to-Consumer Legal Defense Fund
Small farms operate in a unique environment: consumer demand for locally-grown products is growing, yet increased regulation can drive out small businesses. Explore regulations impacting growers, including the Food Safety Modernization Act, the National Organics Program, and cottage food laws.
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