VICFA Encourages You to View the Film Farmageddon 

 http://farmageddonmovie.com/ 

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Stand Against Animal Disease Legislation Requiring Mandatory Animal Traceability
VICFA participated in a letter expressing opposition to proposed legislation.  For more information, view our
November 2011 VICA Voice Newsletter

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VICFA to Re-Introduce Updated "Pickle Bill"
VICFA is trying to reclaim the freedoms that people had years ago.  We believe that individuals should have the right to freely sell what they produce on their farms or in their kitchens to whomever wishes to purchase their goods. Today such trade has become so regulated and the process to comply so daunting, that many people don't bother at all, or they go underground and hope that they aren't caught.

VICFA garnered legislative success with the "Kitchen Bill", but in order for the bill to have a chance at passing legislation, we had to remove some categories of food that we wish could have remained included in the bill. These foods included pickles, relishes, and salsas, which can all be easily and safely produced, as they have been for generations. 

We agree that there is a place for all kinds of farmers, large, small, conventional, and organic, and are not suggesting that all regulations be stopped.  Instead, we believe that the freedom to source and purchase the food that YOU want is the true issue.  If the consumer is happy with the product, the farmer should be able to sell directly to the consumer without having to comply with burdensome regulations that are imposed by the state or federal governments. If the consumer is unhappy, then he or she should have the right to purchase at the store or from another producer.  

If you feel strongly about food freedom please join VICFA and contact us to see what you can do. We are still looking for a sponsor for this years "Pickle Bill". Pickles may seem petty and insignificant; but they represent an important principle:  food freedom.  Wholesome milk, cheese and fresh meats direct from a local farmer could all be more available than they are today, but only if CONSUMERS demand it of their legislators. 

It takes a lot of voters to make a difference and to successfully override the money and influence of the agribusiness lobbyists, who wish to protect their clients' control of the food system, to the detriment of local economies.  A lot of votes are needed to protect everyone's freedom to obtain the food that they feel is healthiest for their families.

Please consider lending your support to this "Pickle Bill".  

Please click here to read the history and talking points relating to the "Pickle Bill".