7.F.22) Increase the role of agricultural commissions in protecting and promoting agricultural activity

Agricultural Commissions serve as advocates for local farms.  Formed through adoption of a local bylaw or ordinance, their responsibilities can include providing assistance for natural resource management, affording visibility to local farmers, and assisting local boards with community development decisions.  They can also help to mediate disputes between neighbors and agricultural enterprises.   Only 14 MAPC municipalities have established Agricultural Commissions.  

The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources recently released a Handbook for Agricultural Commissions, a step-by-step reference guide for newly organized agricultural commissions.

22.a    MAPC should work with the Massachusetts Office of Dispute Resolution to provide conflict resolution training for Agricultural Commissions

 

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Parent Strategy: 
Protect Natural Landscapes
Parent Sub-Strategy: 
F. Remove regulatory and labor-related barriers to agricultural expansion/diversification
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