We commit ourselves to hastening the broad adoption of an agriculture that is environmentally sound, economically viable, fair, and humane. A sustainable agriculture will require and support a sustainable society. Our challenge is to meet human needs without denying our descendents' birthright to the natural inheritance of this planet. We must revere the earth, sustaining and regenerating both nature and our communities. People are apart of mature, not separate from it.
Sustainable agriculture is as attainable as it is necessary.
Though we recognize difficulties in this transformation, we can state with confidence that in every region there are fare families profitably growing healthy food through a practical partnership with nature. A sustainable agriculture that provides nourishing food, protects those who work the land, helps stabilize the earth's climate, and safeguards soil and water depends on our ability to meet a number of challenges. We must address these challenges without delay. Promote and sustain healthy rural communities. Healthy rural communities are attractive and equitable for farmers, farm workers, and their families.