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PASA - Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable Agriculture
We are proud members of PASA and their annual Farming for the Future conference in February is an inspiration every time. With a mission of promoting profitable farms which produce healthy food for all people while respecting the natural environment, this the leading force in supporting family farms in Pennsylvania.

 

PAWS is an organization of volunteers in Centre County, committed to providing humane solutions to our area's pet over-population. We have fostered numerous wonderful dogs for PAWS, and if you're considering adding a dog or cat to your family, check out this great site.

 

Food Routes
Want to find out how to get fresh & local food? This site will point you in the right direction!

This site will let you search for farmers throughout the US by region, product, zip code, csa etc. If you're a farmer who markets directly to the consumer, make sure you are included on this list. It is now also expanding to include restaurants that purchase local ingredients.

 

Eat Wild
Provides the latest, most comprehensive overview of the benefits of pasture-raised products. As you will see by exploring this site, raising animals on pasture is better for the animals, the environment, small-scale farmers, and the consumer!

 

The Campaign to label genetically engineered foods
Want to find out more about genetically engineered foods? Want to know what you're eating? We are all consuming genetically engineered food on a daily basis - it is impossible to avoid it in the supermarket.

"Monsanto should not have to vouchsafe the safety of biotech food. Our interest is in selling as much of it as possible. Assuring its safety is the FDA's job."
-Phil Angell, Monsanto's Director of Corporate Communications, New York Times 10/25/98

Appropriate Technology Transfer for Rural Areas
ATTRA provides technical assistance to farmers, Extension agents, market gardeners, agricultural researchers, and other ag professionals on organic and sustainable growing practices. An incredible assortment of up-to-date information that is available free of charge at this site.

 

National Campaign for Sustainable Agriculture
A grass-roots network of organizations and individuals fighting for a sustainable food and agriculture system that is economically viable, environmentally sound, socially just, and humane. Tremendous work done towards shaping the 2002 Farm Bill. Website frequently updated with timely action alerts.

A citizen of America will cross the ocean to fight for democracy, but won't cross the street to vote in a national election.
- Bill Vaughan

Community Supported Agriculture - The Robyn van En Center at Wilson College
The Robyn Van En Center offers a National CSA Farm Directory, publications and products, on-line postings of events, positions and information and technical assistance.

 

Americal Livestock Breeds Conservancy
ALBC's Mission is to protect genetic diversity in livestock and poultry species through the conservation and promotion of endangered breeds.