The Associated Press
PORTLAND, Maine — Towns in several states are adopting local ordinances that exempt farmers from state and federal regulations if they sell their products directly to consumers, despite warnings that the ordinances are invalid.
Residents in Livermore and Appleton, Maine, approved so-called local food and community self-governance ordinances at town meetings in June, joining six other Maine towns that did the same thing last year. Residents in Fayette, however, voted down a similar proposed ordinance.
The votes should send a message that Maine residents want more local say on how to regulate small farms. . .
Register or Login to keep reading
Thank you for your interest in accessing the complete content. To continue reading, please register for free. By registering, you'll gain full access to our valuable resources, updates, and insights.
If you already have an account please Log In.
