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Public Sector
The public sector is comprised of government legislative bodies and agencies. They set the rules of the game used by the farmers, ranchers, and business leaders who feed the nation.
The appointed and employed people within government make decisions and allocate resources that shape food and farming based on the policies decided by our elected representatives. Thus, the public sector is an essential component of the ROC network.
Roots of Change is a good partner for government. Along with key allies, we have expertise in public input processes, consensus building, and communication. These skills support government agencies and officials seeking to develop or implement policy. We have extensive links to communities through collaborating businesses, nonprofits and our network of individuals. The connection to grass roots is important and useful to local, state and federal government.
Link to our most active public sector partners in the following areas:
Local
Roots of Change works on the local level through our work with our partner and ally Ag Innovations where we support their work with the Ag Future Alliances and Food System Alliances.
National
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is workings with ROC to ensure that we help increase food access for healthy fruits and vegetables at farmers markets and support underrepresented farmers.
State
Roots of Change is working together with the California Department of Food & Agriculture (CDFA) and the State Board of Food & Agriculture to create healthier food and agriculture policies in California.
University/Colleges
Research plays a vital role in the improvement of food production, farming practices and the environment. For this reason ROC is dedicated to supporting and promoting university programs.