This innovation brief focuses on states’ use of COVID-19 pandemic-era investments to develop new programs to aid and support local and regional food systems….
Channel: Niche and Non-Commodity Foods
This guide outlines the different sectors within a local or regional food system and provides insights into the types of impacts and adaptations observed…
CHOICES Data Visualization Series Quarter 4 2021…
City Seed, in New Haven, CT interviewed farmers from the markets and conducted research on the impact of climate change on farmers, particularly on…
A short description of essential considerations for starting a meat processing plant. Considerations include regulations, financials, feasibility, and business planning….
Farmers Markets were compelled to alter their models in a variety of ways at the onset of the pandemic. They conformed to social distancing…
To maintain these relationships, and to create the foundation for a more resilient restaurant industry, the LEE Initiative provided stipends to local farms in…
Many hubs took elements of a Community Supported Agriculture model- which guarantees a market for farmers, provides customers a food box on a regular…
Regional small grain value chains link local farmers, regional mills, and artisan bakers to consumers looking to support local food systems. Through the rise…
This guide was created to as a resource to navigate the challenging circumstances sparked by COVID-19. Assistance from federal and state programs can make…
Farm to School neighbor loaves program website….
Seattle Times article about about finding purpose through bread baking/donations during COVID….
The Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) is compiling resources related to COVID-19 for processors and supply chain partners. If you have suggestions for…
The Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) is compiling resources related to COVID-19 for farmers and farmworkers. If you have suggestions for additional resources…
Website from Artisan Grain Collaborative, which highlights and explains their introduction of “Neighbor Loaves”, an initiative to secure the local grain chain during the…