President Bush said yesterday that people should buy food from local farmers in the face of rising food costs. If you don't believe us, read it for yourself.

During a press conference in the Rose Garden, Bush asserted that local food purchasing would be a "very creative policy" to "deal with scarcity" and help nations become "self-sustaining and self-supporting." He went on to say, "It's a proposal I put forth that Congress hasn't responded to yet, and I sincerely hope they do."

As Grist columnist Joseph Romm asks: "What proposal did Bush put forward to Congress about local food?" (Perhaps there's something tucked away in the Farm Bill?)

We support a policy like this, President Bush. Now tell us, who's your farmer?

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Bob - MR   | 75.175.234.xxx | 2008-04-30 11:22:25 Do you think he was talking about the USA or about american dollars funding international countires with funds to buy local? This might eleviate the USA having to send are good ol american flag bags of corn and soy to foreign countries...thus limiting direct food support with money, which in turn buys local. Just a thought! Quote 1   0

Organic Fred - I read somewhere...     | 20.137.18.xxx | 2008-05-07 12:35:44 that his WH chefs have many Secret Service rules to follow but are allowed to shop locally which included visiting trusted local farms for fresh produce, herbs, veggies, and even dairy. With great power comes a great responsibility to support your local farmer! We trust and love ours - Bull Run Vegetable Farm! Quote 0   0

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