Local food increases the efficacy of your food as medicine program by providing a variety of nutrient-dense, high-quality options that meet the demands of community members and align with institutional values. Local sourcing connects you to a network of small and medium-sized farms and ranches in your region that are committed to regenerative farming practices and producing clean, safe food.
Your choice to buy local creates a wave of impact. When you purchase from our network of local farmers, you support values along:
- Local economies
- Farms led by people of color, women, veterans
- Workers’ rights and wages
- Animal welfare
- Consumer health and nutrition
- Regenerative agriculture, soil health, biodiversity
- And more!