About OFAN

The Organic Farmers Action Network (OFAN) keeps subscribers informed about federal policy issues that directly affect organic farmers, and provides educational tools about how to effectively get involved.

OFAN subscribers receive free, periodic e-mail updates about organic agriculture policy in Congress and USDA. If you want more information, in-depth knowledge is available from the OFRF staff. We also provide tools to communicate with your representatives in Congress.

When our staff identifies key issues that organic farmers should speak up about, we'll let you know how you can take action. Members of Congress tell us that hearing directly from farmers is essential to determining effective farm policy.

With knowledge about the issues and the process, we can have power in the policy arena. A well-timed, well-informed phone call, e-mail or letter will make a big difference in future farm policy. The future of organic agriculture will depend on our ability to exercise this power together. With your help, OFRF will advocate for:

• Increased funding for organic research, technical assistance and marketing support;
• Funding for and improved design of organic conservation programs;
• Maintenance and improvement of national organic standards

OFAN's Latest Policy Update

June 16, 2008
Policy alert:
Please Call Your Representatives Immediately - Urge Them to Fund Sustainable Agriculture Programs in the FY09 Appropriations Bill!