7.F.23) Increase the use and effectiveness of “Right to Farm” bylaws that protect farmers

The Right to Farm is vested in all residents of the Commonwealth under Article 97 of the state Constitution. Communities interested in formally re-asserting that right within the community may pass a Right to Farm Bylaw that clearly states the priorities of the community relative to fostering agricultural activities and allowing farms to operate "with minimal conflict with abutters and Town agencies" The Massachusetts Attorney General has developed a model Right to Farm Bylaw, which also establishes the notification procedure for informing all residents of the Town of the community's status as a Right to Farm entity.

Only five MAPC municipalities have adopted Right to Farm bylaws. 

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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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