This summary highlights key takeaways from the Vermont Food Security Coalition’s Act 59 listening session, where food system leaders explored how the proposed Conservation Plan may impact farms, communities, and food access. Participants raised concerns about clarity, implementation, and the potential economic and social impacts of conservation strategies, while emphasizing the need to better integrate working lands, agricultural viability, and equity into the plan. The document captures shared questions, challenges, and recommendations to help ensure that conservation efforts support both ecological goals and a resilient, accessible food system.
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