On Independence Day, Family Farmers and Consumers Still Fight for Fairness in the Food System

[gallery size="full" columns="2" ids="8042,8043"]As Americans fire up their grill this Independence Day, National Farmers Union highlights how little independence family farmers have in the marketplace. The “Farmer’s Share of the Food Dollar”, released June 30, is a periodical report highlighting how little family farmers earn...

 As part of its commitment to supporting family farmers and ranchers through education, legislation, and cooperation, Montana Farmers Union and its Locals have awarded a combined $15,000 in student scholarships with awards to more than 20 students, the grassroots organization announced in May.“Our MFU Foundation...