The mission of Farm Foundation is to serve as a catalyst for sound public policy policy by providing objective information to foster a deeper understanding of issues shaping the future for agriculture, food systems and rural regions. Farm Foundation does not lobby or advocate.

Farm Foundation initiates dialogue on timely and evolving issues, bringing all stakeholders together for productive discussions, and building a broad base of comprehensive information for business and policy decision makers in agriculture, the food system and rural regions.

The overall scope of Farm Foundation’s activities is defined by six areas:

Energy and Agriculture

Food, Agricultural and Trade Policy

Agricultural and Food System Productivity, Research and Technology

Agriculture in the Environment

Food Quality, Safety and Consumer Perceptions

Viability of Rural Regions