Together We Can Protect The Harvest

The backbone of our nation is under attack. It's time to stand up to extremism.

Keeping You Informed

Stay up-to-date about the activities of animal extremist groups, anti-agriculture groups, and other organizations threatening agriculture, animal welfare, and our traditions and way of life.

Protecting Freedom

Help us protect your freedoms by supporting agriculture, land use, hunting and fishing, animal ownership, and animal welfare.

Responding With The Truth

Quickly respond to laws, regulations, or misinformation that could negatively impact animal welfare and ownership, restrict our rights, and limit our freedom.

You should have the freedom to live your life the way you want to live without misguided extremists interfering.

It's hard when no one seems to be speaking up for you. The American way of life is under attack.

  • Facing extreme criticsm and judgement from people who have never walked in your shoes.

  • Struggling with increasing costs within the food supply.

  • Coping with extreme regulations that hinder farmers and make eating the way you like more difficult.

  • Enduring misconceptions about farming methods, animal welfare, hunting, and fishing.

  • Battling misinformation spread by animal extremist groups who want to control what you eat and how food is produced.

You care about your way of life.

And we’re here to stand with you. To make sure you are protected and supported. Your story deserves to be told.

Meet the Defenders

  • Solid Foundation: Our roots trace back to 2011, when Forrest Lucas established Protect The Harvest in Missouri to tackle restrictive legislation like the Prop B ballot initiative threatening livestock owners.

  • Strength in Unity: We’ve built a broad alliance with organizations involved in agriculture education, youth initiatives, farming advocacy, rodeos, zoos and aquariums, pet breeding, hunting and fishing, and property rights. Together, we share a common purpose of safeguarding your rights and freedoms.

  • National Presence: Our core office may be in Brownsburg, Indiana, but our reach is nationwide. Our devoted team members, spread across the country, work remotely to carry out our mission effectively.

  • Connections and Influence: We maintain relationships at city, county, state, and federal levels, spanning numerous industries – from agriculture, property rights, land resources, pet industries, to exotic animals/zoo/aquariums.

How To Take A Stand

Be Informed

Browse our resources and learn about the challenges facing modern farming and animal ownership.

Join the Cause

Sign up to protect your livelihood. We need your voice.

Stay Engaged

Attend our events, share your story, and let your voice be heard. Together, we can make a difference.

Together We Are A Strong Voice That America Needs

  • Joining us amplifies your voice, making it heard in the government and ensuring our freedom and rights are not eroded.

  • Become part of a nationwide community, sharing insights, strategies, and lending support to each other in times of need.

  • Get the latest, factual information about laws, regulations, and activities of special interest NGOs that might impact your life, livelihood, and hobbies.

  • Participate in initiatives that shape policies, promoting fair treatment for all animal owners and food producers.

  • Enjoy peace of mind knowing your chosen lifestyle, whether it involves farming, hunting, fishing, or pet ownership, is being passionately defended.

  • Contribute to a future where affordable, nutritious food continues to be accessible for all, and humans and animals can interact in beneficial ways.

Doing Nothing May Cost You Everything

Without action, we risk losing our farming traditions, livelihoods, and affordable and accessible food. It’s time to stand up and protect the harvest.