American Sod Farmers
Are against the Sod Checkoff Program
Big industry programs and government enforcement threaten American farms.
Our mission is to promote free market values and principles for sod farmers in opposition to forced industry programs, and government regulation.
Get Up to Date on the Proposed Sod Checkoff Program
If you’re not aware of the Sod Checkoff Program Proposal, click below for a summary of the program, important timelines, and key issues - directly from industry and government sources.
Why Oppose the Checkoff?
Intentions and outcomes are usually different. Learn why we’re opposed to the program and why it’s a bad deal for farmers.
“We don’t need a national program with federal enforcement. If farmers in my region want to do research and marketing together, we’re free to do it. To force farmers into a paid program isn’t just socialism. It’s immoral.”
— Bobby Johnson
Johnson Sod Farms