Category Archives: Facts & Figures

Study: Health Insurance Costs Threaten Farm Viability

Posted on September 6, 2017 by Beth Holtzman

According to a U.S. Department of Agriculture-funded study, lack of access to affordable health insurance is one of the most significant concerns facing American farmers, an overlooked risk factor that affects their ability to run a successful enterprise. “The rising … Continue reading →

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Staying Competitive in a Maturing Local Food Market

Posted on June 15, 2017 by sbhodgso

By Suzy Hodgson Editor’s Note: This article is adapted from Rose Wilson’s presentation MARKETING 201: Helping Farmers Stay Competitive in a Maturing Market, National Farm Viability Conference, Albany, 2017. “As local food markets mature and competition increases, it’s becoming harder for experienced … Continue reading →

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On Mother’s Day: Testing Your Food Waste IQ

Posted on May 7, 2014 by Mary Peabody

In honor of Mother’s Day (I’ll explain later), let’s see what you know about food waste in the U.S.: A. What food category yields the most waste at the consumer level? Grain Products Seafood Fruits and Vegetables Meat Milk B. The average … Continue reading →

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