Why buying local cannot solve the American farming crisis
In short: As American farmers retire faster than new ones take their place, our food security and economic stability are at risk. Eric Sannerud explores the complexities of agricultural policy and why local markets are not a complete solution.
The video examines the growing gap in the US agricultural workforce caused by rapid retirements. Sanner::p1 explores why this systemic issue requires more than just supporting farmers' markets, suggesting that meaningful change may depend on the power of the vote and shifts in agricultural policy.
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