The Fight for Climate Truth and Real Food Access with Wes Gillingham

What happens when climate data disappears and federal funding for farmers dries up overnight? Wes Gillingham, farmer and president of NOFA-NY, joins One Bite is Everything to unpack what’s really happening in our food system right now. From the USDA’s removal of key climate tools to the veto of New York’s Good Food Purchasing Bill, Wes reveals how policy, advocacy, and farmer action intersect—and why this matters to every eater in the country.

If you’ve ever wondered why your hospital serves bad food or how farmers are supposed to plan for extreme weather without support, this episode is for you.

Key Topics:

• Why the USDA was sued—and lost—for deleting climate data
• The crisis farmers face when grants are frozen mid-contract
• How New York’s Good Food Purchasing Bill could change institutional meals
• Why local food isn’t just about flavor—it’s about public health, climate, and community resilience

Resources & Mentions:

• NOFA-NY (Northeast Organic Farming Association of New York): https://nofany.org
• One For Farmers Campaign: https://forfarmersmovement.com