Response to “Let The American People Grow Our Own Crops”

I’m unclear on what “decision” you are talking about. As far as I know, there are no bans on producing our own crops. In the northern states, farms still produce corn, potato, beans, and grains such as wheat and rice. Other west coast states sill contribute fruits and vegetables as well. Although it is true that we import some crops and vegetables from other place, but that is because it is sometimes cheaper. Now if you are talking about the HR 875
Food Safety Modernization Act of 2009, then growing tomatoes in your back yard is not illegal. The act sets tougher regulations on farms and factories that produces and sells for profit. The regulations are in set so that farmers and factories are not putting in chemicals and pesticides that can harm its consumers. Yes, the new bill makes it harder small farms to produce and sell, but it’ll make the products that go into the supermarkets safer. Take the peanut recalls for example. In late January to march, Peanut Corporation of America caused a salmonella outbreak that caused over 500 people to be ill.