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Why Food Labels Matter: The Case for Local Beef Transparency

Why Food Labels Matter: The Case for Local Beef Transparency
Beef ranchers check on a herd of cattle in Quemado, Texas, on June 13, 2023. Brandon Bell/Getty Images
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Recently, I called my Texas state representative, Wes Virdell, frustrated that my property taxes had increased by more than $11,000 in a single year. As a farmer, I also pressed him on the need for policies that support farms in building infrastructure to sell directly to consumers—without triggering excessive tax hikes. He agreed with me but then asked for my help with something.

Mollie Engelhart
Mollie Engelhart
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Mollie Engelhart, regenerative farmer and rancher is committed to food sovereignty, soil regeneration and educating on homesteading and self sufficiency.