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Blog/online publication that promotes critical thought about sustainable agriculture and food systems as part of building economically and socially just communities. Supports the development of a dialogue among local and national leaders about the American food system and its effects abroad. Civil Eats can be humorous, serious, academic, philosophical, conversational-its style of conversation is as diverse as its forty-plus contributors-but it is always thought-provoking and innovative. This is...
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PO Box 363
Davis, CA 95617See map: Google Maps
CAFF is a non-profit organization that advocates for California’s family farmers and sustainable agriculture. Strong partnerships exist between family farmers and their communities. CAFF strives to build on shared values around food and agriculture, and work together in practical, on-the-ground programs. These partnerships create locally based economic vitality, improved human and environmental health, and long-term sustainability of family farms.
PO Box 7321
Tacoma, WA 98417See map: Google Maps
(866) 453-8489
Supports farmers who raise their livestock on pasture from birth to market and who actively promote the welfare of their animals and the health of the land. Provides comprehensive, accurate information about the benefits of raising animals on pasture and links to local farms (listed by state) that sell grass-fed products: beef, lamb, goats, bison, poultry, pork, dairy, and other wild edibles. This is a website to use if you want to find grass-fed meat raised close to home.
P.O. Box 12311
Gainesville, FL 32604See map: Google Maps
352.377.6345
Florida Certified Organic Growers and Consumers, Inc. (FOG) provides sustainable nutritious solutions to the issues facing farmers, families, and everyone in between. FOG’s Education & Outreach projects generate knowledge, share resources, and apply the expertise of FOG that advance organic agriculture and healthy and just food systems. FOG educates about the benefits of organic and sustainable agriculture, presenting at educational opportunities to a wide audience ranging from school...
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1829 NE Alberta, Suite 5
Portland, OR 97211See map: Google Maps
(503) 493-1066
Certifies farms, ranches, and food handlers for sustainable agriculture practices. The only major certification program for food produced with good environmental practices, humane treatment of animals, and fair working conditions for farm workers. Certified products include meats, eggs, dairy, mushrooms, grains, legumes, a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, and prepared products made with these certified ingredients. Offers a practical, credible, and effective way for farmers, ranchers, and...
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RR 1 Box 25
Troy, PA 16947See map: Google Maps
(570) 673-3398
National nonprofit organization providing communications tools, technical support, networking, and information resources to organizations working to rebuild local, community-based food systems. Dedicated to reintroducing Americans to their food-the seeds it grows from, the farmers who produce it, and the routes that carry it from the fields to their tables. This is the national hub for more than eighty buy fresh/buy local campaigns across the country. If you have an interest in joining or...
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5959 So. Lowe Ave.
Chicago, IL 60621See map: Google Maps
(800) 848-7776
Goodness Greeness is the Midwest’s leading source for fresh, organic produce and the largest privately held organic distributor in the country. Founded in 1991 by CEO Robert Scaman and his brothers, Rodney and Rick, Goodness Greeness directly supplies over 300 stores that include the regions largest supermarkets and independent retailers. Goodness Greeness is committed to supplying its customers with the finest organic food from around the world, while at the same time furthering its...
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5500 W. Silver Spring Dr.
Milwaukee, WI 53218See map: Google Maps
(414) 527-1546
Supports people from diverse backgrounds and the environments in which they live by helping to provide equal access to healthy, high-quality, safe, and affordable food. Implements this mission by providing hands-on training, on-the-ground demonstrations, outreach, and technical assistance through the development of community food systems that help people grow, process, market, and distribute food in a sustainable manner. They conduct workshops in Milwaukee and other cities. Will Allen, the...
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86 Park St., 2nd Floor
Hartford, CT 6106See map: Google Maps
(860) 296-9325
Fights hunger and improves nutrition for disadvantaged members of the community through sustainable, non-emergency strategies. Implements programs that improve access to nutritious and affordable food, help consumers make informed food choices, and advances responsible food policies at all levels of government. Many urban food systems organizations have emerged in the past two decades-Hartford Food System was one of the first. An important organization in the field in part because of its long-...
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(734) 418-0680
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Web-based marketplace combining the best features of farmers' markets and full-service grocery stores. Consumers choose and buy their groceries weekly from multiple sellers in a single shopping cart, somewhat like shopping on Amazon. Orders are delivered to a single drop-off point. They are currently testing their model in Brooklyn and Detroit. Several online businesses have tried (and some have failed) to break into this sector of local food-Local Orbit may become the first big success in this...
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