Monday, April 16, 2012

Think LOCAL and THRIVE!

Hello Michigan Farm to School Community,

Please take a read this important Farm Bill action alert and call your Senators!

Melissa Hornaday, Great Lakes Organizer
Organic Farming Research Foundation
313-525-2372

melissa@ofrf.org
www.ofrf.org

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Some of the most innovative entrepreneurs
are right in your community - organic farmers.

Please make a quick phone call for them, TODAY!

The Local Farms, Food and Jobs Act is a bill currently being debated in Congress that creates jobs and spurs economic growth in your community. The bill will provide access to organic food, build infrastructure, and open new markets for organic farmers and ranchers.

Both of your Senators must sign and support this important bill!

Please call your Senators and tell them:
"I support local, organic farmers, and I want good food and more jobs in my community. Please co-sponsor the Local Farms, Food and Jobs Act today!"

Hey - pick up the phone now. It's easy!

Call Senator Carl Levin's office at (202) 224-6221.

Call Senator Debbie Stabenow's office at (202) 224-4822.

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Visit http://whoismyrepresentative.com/ to find your representative's phone number.

Want more information on the bill? Check it out here.

On behalf of organic farmers, we thank you.

Maureen Wilmot
Executive Director

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