Closing Circle Ceremony
RC Photo/Lilly Barnett251 farmers, organizers, advocates, and allies gathered in person in D.C. for our 17th Annual Winter Forum. An additional 83 participants joined virtually. Participants engaged in workshops, technical assistance, Hill visits, live music, documentary screenings, and more. We brought in out 48th year in fellowship with our member groups and community leaders to reach alignment on how to address the challenges and ongoing needs of rural communities.
We focused on land, labor, policy, and power—grounded in lived experience and collective action.
Our Mission
to build a new society that values unity, hope, people and the land
Resources for Farmers & Farmworkers
Farm, Farmer, & Farmworker Safety
As natural disasters and extreme heat pose threats to farms, farmers, and farmworkers, it’s more important than ever to protect yourself and your coworkers.
Please find important resources for farm safety at the link below.
Food & Farmworker Relief Program (FFWRP)
USDA's Farm and Food Workers Relief Program (FFWR) provides a one-time, $600 payment for expenses incurred due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
If you were a frontline worker in USDA approved farming and meatpacking activities during the pandemic period, you may qualify.
Farm Service Agency Farm Loans
Farm Service Agency (FSA) Farm Loans can be a lifeline for your farm business. We’re here to help you secure them.