Since GMOs first hit the market in the mid-1990s, they have become pervasive in our food system. Most Americans aren’t even aware that GMOs are in most of the foods they eat. The majority of American food and farming corporations use and/or grow crops that are genetically engineered. In the United States, more than 80% of many major crops (including corn, soy, and sugar beets) are grown from genetically engineered seed. About 70% of processed foods contain GMOs. 

Eradicating GMOs from our food and farms

Just Food believes that all New Yorkers should have access to food that’s healthy for them, the environment and a resilient, local farm economy. As such, we are passionate advocates for organic and sustainable farming practices, and for bringing regional and urban farmers and NYC residents closer together.

Re:    Restoration of funding for WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program

The WIC FMNP has long served a critical function by helping family farmers provide fresh, locally grown produce to underserved families through farmers markets. In 2010, the program benefited more than 2.1 million families, provided income of about $22 million to the participating family farmers.