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Farm Bill Petition Thank YouAllie Preston2023-06-01T15:20:39-04:00

Thank you for signing our petition to Reform the U.S. Farm Bill!

The power of our combined voices can not be overestimated. Together, we’re working to undo the harm Big Sugar has caused in Florida and elsewhere.

To learn more about how federal policy in the U.S. Farm Bill contributes to toxic algae in Florida, read this explainer and be sure to watch our latest Spotlight On video.

To learn more about the environmental injustice of sugarcane burning in Florida, CLICK HERE.

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