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Nonny1
of Gainesville, FL
Thankfully, though, Farm Aid is not the government and it isn't taking from hard-working Americans.report abuse
Jul 15, 2008 8:44 PM
Farm aid? The bloated, ridiculous bill that recently passed Congress gives aid to farmers that make up to 2 million yearly! Farmers had one of their BEST years on record last year and yet they need for aid? When will it end and who's next?
Thankfully, though, Farm Aid is not the government and it isn't taking from hard-working Americans.report abuse
Dino90000000
of Waterboro, ME
Jul 15, 2008 6:06 PM
http://music.yahoo.com/read/news/61540229report abuseDana809
of Topsham, ME
Jul 15, 2008 2:08 PM
This is a great cause. it is pretty hilarious that it's based in Somerville, MA though. The last farm there was probably in 1890. Maybe they could move to Somerville, ME.report abuseKathie Dolan
of Lewiston, ME
Jul 15, 2008 1:28 PM
Plus, the push is on to buy local to help the economy and not pay the gas overhead by shipping produce from away.report abuseYou must be a registered user of MaineToday.com to post a comment. Register or log in.
