Healthy Farms and Forests Act of 2006

The first farm bill introduced in the current cycle. The Farm Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002 is the current farm bill, and expires in 2008.

“The next farm bill should provide economic and conservation incentives for all farmers, ranchers and small private forest landowners and should address our nation’s energy, health and environmental needs for the 21st century. Farm and food policies should also build linkages between consumers, especially school children, and local farms that grow healthy foods in ways that protect and restore the environment. Americans need greater access to healthier foods that reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and that meet other health challenges.” Rep. Ron Kind (D-WI), the bill’s lead sponsor and a member of the House Resources Committee.

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