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While working on another project, ¡dpm! became aware of an upcoming Senate bill: S. 510, FDA Food Safety Modernization Act. Many small farming groups and organic food enthusiasts are worried about the effect of this bill on local and small farm production. Most telling (we think) is the list of those in favor of and opposed to the bill: big business vs. local and sustainable organizations, in almost every case. It’s a touchy subject, to be sure. Do we further regulate food production for fear of food born illnesses, or do we support the raw milk movement? Are we even focusing on the right things with this bill, or should we be addressing why there are so many food born illnesses in the first place (ahem ahem industrialized food production)? If you feel like nudging your local elected representatives in one way or another, read up on this bill. You can watch a great 90 second summary here, and read more about the bill here. Additional video commentary here.