<h3>February 2025 Food Policy Recap: What You Need to Know</h3>Your food is changing, and the policies behind it could be making things worse.From rising grocery prices to a sudden freeze in farm aid, February brought major shifts that&nbsp;impact what you eat, how much you pay, and where your food comes from.&nbsp;In this episode, we break down the most critical policy changes and what they mean for&nbsp;you&nbsp;as a consumer.<h3>What We Cover in This Episode:</h3>🚜&nbsp;USDA Spending Freeze&nbsp;– Billions in farm grants and loans were suddenly put on hold, leaving small farmers in crisis.🥚&nbsp;Egg Prices Are Soaring—And It’s Not Just the Bird Flu&nbsp;– The government is investigating&nbsp;potential price manipulation&nbsp;by major egg producers.🌍&nbsp;Trade Wars Are Making Food More Expensive&nbsp;– New U.S. tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China have led to retaliatory tariffs,&nbsp;driving up costs for farmers—and your grocery bill.🧪&nbsp;The Fight Over Pesticides&nbsp;– Big chemical companies are lobbying for legal immunity over controversial herbicides like glyphosate. If they win,&nbsp;pesticide regulations could weaken even further.<h3>Listen to More on Farm Policies & Subsidies</h3>🎧&nbsp;Listen now:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.onebiteiseverything.com/what-you-need-to-know-about-the-farm-bill-with-jonathan-coppess/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">What You Need to Know About the Farm Bill</a> (and the history of subsidies and how this expert thinks they need to be changed)<h3>Take Action</h3>✅&nbsp;Support local farmers&nbsp;– Shop at farmers markets & buy directly when possible.✅&nbsp;Stay informed&nbsp;– Policies impact your plate more than you think.✅&nbsp;Push for transparency&nbsp;– Demand clear food labeling & responsible policy changes.🔎 Want the full breakdown?&nbsp;Listen now!&nbsp;🎙️And don't forget to give the show a 5-star ⭐️ rating and a quick review to entice new listeners. Thanks!

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