Organic farmers are inherently entrepreneurial. How the organic farmers manage soil is best practice. Very supportive of this proposal. A lot of the market is local. Marketing is the key to this structure.
Pests are the biggest problem for organic farmers, so our cold season can be a benefit.
Offers profit opportunities. Some concerns expressed about some of the statements in the document that make it sound like our current food supply is not safe. One of the objectives addresses the concern expressed in the area of an organic promotion program. Council members are generally supportive of this proposal. It will be included as a part of the Agriculture goal, with the group to work to refine.