Questions & Answers
for an explanation
of some commonly used terms visit the glossary
What is a Family Farm?
A family farm is not defined by size, but rather by the fact that
the family provides the vast majority of the labor and management
decisions. (land ownership/residence?)
What is a thriving sustainable family farm
system?
A thriving, sustainable family farm system
will only be possible if supported by government policy that encourages
widespread ownership of land and ensures that farm product prices
reflect all costs, both internal and external, striving for economic
justice throughout the farm and food system.
What policies are needed for family
farms?
Policy needs to restore competition to the buying, exporting,
packing and processing industries in all commodities.
