40 minutes
As the federal funding freezes continue and uncertainty abounds, hear Farm Commons’ legal perspective around updates on the federal funding freeze and its effects in this recorded webinar from March 13, 2025.
0:05 – Introduction
4:11 – Mission and Support of Farm Commons
6:03 – Specific Scenarios and Action Steps
13:35 – Work for Free or Stop Working?
21:42 – Termination Notices and Appeals
29:15 – New and Updated Resources from Farm Commons
33:51 – Impact of the New Executive Order
37:23 – Funding Challenges and Success Stories
39:18 – Breakout Room Discussions and Closing Remarks
Please find links here to the resources mentioned in this program:
Farm Commons’ USDA Contract Freezes and Terminations: Legal Action Steps for Farmers with Signed Contracts Version 2.
Farm Commons’ USDA Contract Freezes: Filing an NAD Appeal or Demand Letter Version 2
Farm Commons’ USDA Contract Freezes and Terminations: Legal Action Steps for Nonprofits with Signed Grant Agreements Version 1
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