Our members represent farmers, ranchers, and fishers who are learning from each other and taking action to change the inequities in our farm and food system. Our work is always driven by these grassroots organizations and guided by a firm commitment to racial equity.
OUR STRATEGIES
We work on Capitol Hill and around kitchen tables; connecting people locally, nationally, and internationally; and building movements and broad-based campaigns. Through these four key strategies, we grow support and spur action for a fair farm and food system:
Impacting federal legislation and policy
Building coalitions
Working through international networks
Leading advocacy campaigns
Fair Prices for Farmers
We’re in the midst of the worst farm crisis in 30 years. Economic empowerment for all is the solution. Learn more. →
ENDING CORPORATE CONTROL
From seeds to factory farms, agribusiness dominates every part of our food system. Help us return power to independent family farmers. Learn more. →
Food Sovereignty
Everyone has a right to healthy and sustainably-produced food and a right to define their own food and farm systems. Learn more. →
Farmers And The Environment
Farmers steward the land, water, and climate. Many of our members practice conservation, organic methods, or agroecology, or are transitioning to these systems. Learn more. →
Our History
NFFC was founded at the height of the 1980s farm crisis to be a voice for farmers in Washington, DC. From passing landmark farmer protection legislation to advocating food sovereignty for all, discover highlights of our 30+ years.