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American Farmland Trust
Civic and Social Organizations
Saving the land that sustains us since 1980. Leading the No Farms, No Food movement.
About us
American Farmland Trust (AFT) began in 1980 after a small group of farmers and conservationists asked an important question: What will happen to the nation's food supply if we continue to wastefully develop our best farm and ranch land? Peggy McGrath Rockefeller, the wife of philanthropist David Rockefeller, was one of AFT's founding members. Peggy was a dedicated and accomplished farmer, raising purebred cattle on farms in Maine and upstate New York. Guided by Rockefeller, noted soil conservationist Norm Berg, California farmer Ralph Grossi, and others, AFT focused in the early years on pioneering programs around the country that use a powerful tool – conservation easements – to make the nation's best farmland off limits to developers. From the early days, AFT has been a strong advocate for voluntary conservation practices and programs that preserve not just land but also our precious soil and water supplies. In the 40+ years since AFT began, we've seen farmland preservation transform into a national movement that has protected well over five million acres nationwide. Of course, there is much more work to be done. Today, AFT is dedicated to preserving the nation's farm and ranch land – and critical natural resources like soil and water. We also make sure to never forget that it is people – our family farmers and ranchers – who feed us and sustain America. Please join us.
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http://www.farmland.org
External link for American Farmland Trust
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- Civic and Social Organizations
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1980
- Specialties
- Farmland Protection
Locations
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1150 Connecticut Ave NW
Washington, DC 20036, US
Employees at American Farmland Trust
Updates
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Do you have one of our No Farms No Food® bumper stickers? If not, you can request a free one here! https://bit.ly/3cGKOXL #NoFarmsNoFood
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🍅 The 16th annual America's Farmers Market Celebration™ is here! 🍅 Held since 2008, AFMC is the only annual ranking of the top farmers markets in the United States as voted on by the public. AFMC has highlighted the important role farmers markets play in communities across the nation while celebrating the farmers, staff, and volunteers who make markets happen. The 2024 AFMC runs June 1 – July 31, 2024, and will award $15,000 in total prizes to the top five farmers markets nationally and first place in each state!
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From the agrivoltaic research at Jack's Solar Garden and a team of biologists studying how to reduce methane from cattle in Colorado, to Kentucky and American Farmland Trust’s work to keep women and Black farmers on their land, EcoSense for Living explores new agricultural conservation. The "Farming Reimagined" episode is streaming on PBS and at this link: https://to.pbs.org/3yNsEOW. Tip: 💾 Hit the three dots at the top of this post and then "save" to watch later!
EcoSense for Living | FARMING REIMAGINED | Season 8 | PBS
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"There is no more normal," shared Wally Czajkowski of Massachusetts' Plainville Farm when our team visited and asked about normal growing conditions. The historic New England drought of 2022 pushed Wally to consider abandoning some of the sandier fields he has long farmed. This exchange planted a seed that would grow into the No More Normal Farmer Roundtable events, organized and facilitated by AFT. Many of us farmers ourselves, we know that change in agriculture is driven by farmers sharing knowledge directly with one another. No More Normal events let farmers – the industry experts – take the lead in difficult conversations on climate change and solutions to protect the viability of farms while service providers attend to listen. Here's what we heard from local farmers at recent roundtables: https://bit.ly/4bLASph.
There Is No More Normal: New England’s Farmers Respond to a Changing Climate
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“You just can’t beat the atmosphere of a Saturday farmers market on a beautiful morning. The community is gathered, produce and baked goods are plentiful, and you’re reminded that the work of American Farmland Trust has an impact that expands far beyond the farm,” shared AFT staff member Rachel McDonald, who represented AFT at the Bloomfield Farmers Market in Pittsburgh, PA last summer, a staple of Rachel’s Saturday mornings. This summer marks the 16th year of America’s Farmers Market Celebration™ and to celebrate, we are popping up at farmers markets across the country! ✈ 🚗 🗺 We’re excited about visiting #farmersmarkets nationwide to drum up support for farmers and other producers, who deserve recognition and thanks for their hard work playing a crucial role contributing to their local food hubs. AFT staff will be at farmers markets every weekend throughout June and July sharing information about farmland loss and regional AFT programs in addition to handing out swag! Will we be at a farmers market near you? Check out our map and let us know in the comments if you'll be stopping by our booth! ⤵ https://bit.ly/4cjhNLl ** Vote for your favorite market from June 1 – July 31 to help them win a cash prize and national recognition! **
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Did you miss our Free Range Conversation® on farmer mental health in a changing climate? American Farmland Trust’s Addie Candib moderated a conversation with Lian Zeitz, Climate Mental Health Network, Caitlin Arnold Stephano, Farm Aid, and Carolina Mueller, National Young Farmers Coalition. 📺 Catch the replay below. https://lnkd.in/eAgEgeq4 #MentalHealthMonth #MentalHealth #FarmerMentalHealth
At AFT, we're dedicated to saving the land that sustains us. But it isn't just about preserving land or promoting sound farming practices – it's also about looking out for the emotional well-being of the farmers and service providers we partner with. On May 22 at 11 AM PT / 2 PM ET, join us for a Free Range Conversation® for Mental Health Awareness Month where we’ll highlight challenges faced by farmers, ranchers, and service providers who work on the land, as well as strengths and resources found in our communities. American Farmland Trust’s Addie Candib will moderate a conversation with Lian Zeitz, Climate Mental Health Network, Caitlin Arnold Stephano, Farm Aid, and Carolina Mueller, National Young Farmers Coalition. Join us live on May 22, 11 AM PT / 2 PM ET on American Farmland Trust's YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn, and X.
Farmer Mental Health in a Changing Climate
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Last week, the House Ag Committee voted on a Farm Bill. Check out our blog to learn how AFT's land protection, soil health, solar, and farm viability priorities fared - and what comes next.
A Deep Dive into the House Farm Bill - American Farmland Trust
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We’re hiring! We have over 20 current open positions across the U.S. including the following. Stop by farmland.org/careers for the full list and to apply! >California Policy Manager >Senior Land Use and Protection Research Scientist >Member Relations Coordinator >Revenue Manager >Senior Philanthropy Officer, West Coast >Senior Philanthropy Officer, East Coast >Soil Health & Biochar Specialist (Maine) >Implementation Specialists (Texas, South Carolina, and North Carolina) Internships: >Farmland Information Center Policy Research Intern >Farm to Institution Intern >Southeast Regional Intern
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