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Registration is now open for the 2026 Come to the Table Conference. Early Bird Rates available until the end of the year. Don’t wait–register today: bit.ly/4iGUv6s #cometothetableconference #foodandthecommongood #CTTT2026

Thousands of USDA staff are furloughed, conservation payments are paused, and research delayed — farmers nationwide are feeling the strain. Full story from @sustainableagriculture: bit.ly/4792a8f

RAFI proudly joined 582 organizations urging Congress to take a different path on the farm bill — one that supports families, workers, and farmers alike. We stand for a food system rooted in equity and shared prosperity. >>>Read the letter: bit.ly/42xygsK

Today we honor Edna Rodriguez on her last day with RAFI. 💚 For 13 years, she offered steady leadership that expanded support for farmers across NC, the Southeast, Puerto Rico & the USVI. Read her farewell letter here: bit.ly/477qjgu

🌾 Farmers: Strengthen your operation against climate change! Join @OrganicGrowers’ Climate Resilience Training (3+ yrs farms, Southern Appalachia). Farmer-led, expert-supported. Register 👉 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/4prjc9T

Join RAFI on Wed, Sept 24, at 2 pm ET to learn how to prepare your farm before a disaster and what to do afterward. We’ll cover how to assess farm damage, work with local FSA offices to apply for assistance, and check for water contamination. REGISTER: bit.ly/3IlsMKG

Grow and Tell: What's growing on your farm right now that you're proud of? Share a photo, emoji, or just tell us in the comments. We want to celebrate with you! #growandtell #farmerlove #whatdoyougrow #farmlife

🫐 Happy #NationalBlueberryDay to the growers feeding communities one blue burst at a time! Support your local farmer. Eat fresh. Celebrate summer.

July is Smart Irrigation Month. Because water is sacred, every drop on the farm should be used with intention. Smart Irrigation = healthy soil, thriving crops, and resilience in the heat.

Working under the sun feeds the land and your soul but can also take a toll on your skin. Your skin deserves as much protection as your crops. 🌾 Bites, burns, and bumps are not badges of honor. Healthy skin is part of a thriving farm life. Don't forget to nourish YOU too. ☀️🌾

Agroforestry isn't theory, it's a thriving strategy. At Mann Family Pastures in NC, silvopasture means better soil, healthier animals & climate smart farming. bit.ly/3G2sbwq

Healthy soil, healthy food, and healthy communities all thrive with care, diversity, and respect. #Pride #PrideMonth #FarmOn #FarmLife

🌞 First day of summer. For farmers, it’s not just a season — it’s stewardship in action. Tending crops, conserving water, protecting soil. Feeding communities while caring for the land. Here’s to those who grow with purpose. 🌱 #FirstDayOfSummer #FarmersAsStewards #Conservation

This Juneteenth, celebrate freedom. Celebrate farmers. Celebrate the future we’re planting together. Read our full blog here: bit.ly/4kTBMVA

The #BigBrutalBill makes the biggest-ever cut to SNAP while boosting subsidies for mega-farms & absentee landowners. It drives farm loss, & stalls any hope of a Farm Bill. 🎥 Farmers: share your story — we’ll get it to your members of Congress. >>>bit.ly/45pXgEw

This #PollinatorWeek we're celebrating bees, butterflies, and native insects that help our crops thrive. Support pollinators by planting native flowers, reducing pesticide use, and protecting their habitats. No pollinators = no food! #PollinatorWeek #protectpollinators

The Atlantic hurricane season is officially June 1-Nov 30. The peak of the season is typically in early to mid-Sept and there are things you could do now to best prepare your farm before a disaster. Check out RAFI’s Emergency Preparedness Toolkit. bit.ly/43HNgW0

A well-designed variety trial helps farmers test options in their unique conditions, leading to informed decisions based on data and experience. Learn more in this blog post written by RAFI's Just Foods Director Kelli Dale: bit.ly/3HACp7x

What does climate resilience look like on real farms? Soil scientist Laura Lengnick shares practical, place-based strategies in Living Roots magazine’s Spring 2025 issue. 🌾🌎 Read more: bit.ly/4kUuro3 #ClimateResilience #RegenerativeAg #LivingRootsMagazine