Connecting Farmers & Eaters
The path food travels — the food system — includes everything from growing and harvesting to processing, packaging, transporting, selling, eating, and disposing of food. Our mission is to grow that system to be sustainable for both the farmers and eaters in our region. We offer markets and transparent enterprise systems that help New England farmers, fishers, and food producers reach more customers and reduce waste. And we work with the community through outreach, incentives, educational and hunger relief programs to increase the accessibility and affordability of fresh, local foods.
What's Happening This Week • @farmfreshri
Did you know? Every year, thousands of pounds of fresh, local produce go to waste—all while 2 in 5 Rhode Island families struggle to afford food. 🚨
At Farm Fresh RI, we know food waste and hunger shouldn’t exist side by side. Our @hopesharvestri program turns excess into access by rescuing local produce that would otherwise go to waste. We recover surplus food from farms, pay farmers a fair price for their unsold crops, and deliver fresh fruits and veggies to hunger relief agencies statewide.
But now, federal funding cuts have put this critical work in jeopardy. Without this support, we risk losing a vital source of nutritious food for our neighbors in need.
We need your help to to feed our community now more than ever 💚 Donate today for @401Gives to keep local food where it belongs—on tables, not in landfills!
farmfreshri.org/401gives đź”—
#401Gives #HopesHarvestRI #FarmFreshRI #FoodJustice #SupportLocalFarms #FreshFoodForAll #Giving #SupportLocal
Did you know? Every year, thousands of pounds of fresh, local produce go to waste—all while 2 in 5 Rhode Island families struggle to afford food. 🚨
At Farm Fresh RI, we know food waste and hunger shouldn’t exist side by side. Our @hopesharvestri program turns excess into access by rescuing local produce that would otherwise go to waste. We recover surplus food from farms, pay farmers a fair price for their unsold crops, and deliver fresh fruits and veggies to hunger relief agencies statewide.
But now, federal funding cuts have put this critical work in jeopardy. Without this support, we risk losing a vital source of nutritious food for our neighbors in need.
We need your help to to feed our community now more than ever 💚 Donate today for @401Gives to keep local food where it belongs—on tables, not in landfills!
farmfreshri.org/401gives đź”—
#401Gives #HopesHarvestRI #FarmFreshRI #FoodJustice #SupportLocalFarms #FreshFoodForAll #Giving #SupportLocal
At Farm Fresh RI, we believe that local, nutritious food belongs on every school lunch tray.
Through our Farm & Sea to School program, we connect Rhode Island farmers and fishers with school cafeterias statewide, ensuring students enjoy fresh, local meals that nourish their bodies and minds. This work:
🍎 Strengthens local farms by creating stable, fair-paying markets
🥦 Feeds our kids better with wholesome, nutrient-rich food
🌱 Teaches lifelong healthy habits through hands-on food education
But now, federal funding cuts threaten this critical program. Without this support, farmers will lose a key source of income, schools will lose access to fresh food, and thousands of RI students will miss out on the healthy meals they deserve.
This @401Gives, help us keep local food in local schools. Your donation feeds students, supports farmers, and builds a healthier Rhode Island—one meal at a time.
Donate today at farmfreshri.org/401gives đź”—
#401Gives #FarmFreshRI #FarmToSchool #HealthyKids #SupportLocalFarms #SupportLocal #FreshFoodForAll #Giving
At Farm Fresh RI, we believe that local, nutritious food belongs on every school lunch tray.
Through our Farm & Sea to School program, we connect Rhode Island farmers and fishers with school cafeterias statewide, ensuring students enjoy fresh, local meals that nourish their bodies and minds. This work:
🍎 Strengthens local farms by creating stable, fair-paying markets
🥦 Feeds our kids better with wholesome, nutrient-rich food
🌱 Teaches lifelong healthy habits through hands-on food education
But now, federal funding cuts threaten this critical program. Without this support, farmers will lose a key source of income, schools will lose access to fresh food, and thousands of RI students will miss out on the healthy meals they deserve.
This @401Gives, help us keep local food in local schools. Your donation feeds students, supports farmers, and builds a healthier Rhode Island—one meal at a time.
Donate today at farmfreshri.org/401gives đź”—
#401Gives #FarmFreshRI #FarmToSchool #HealthyKids #SupportLocalFarms #SupportLocal #FreshFoodForAll #Giving
Today, on National Farm Workers Day, we celebrate the dedicated individuals who work tirelessly to bring fresh, local food to our tables.
In the face of growing challenges—from unpredictable weather to demanding working conditions—their dedication is essential to feeding our communities. Farmworkers are the backbone of our food system, yet they often endure unsafe conditions to keep our tables full.
Let’s stand in solidarity, advocate for better protections, and support the hands that feed us—today and every day.
#NationalFarmWorkersDay #FarmFreshRI #SupportLocalFarmers
Today, on National Farm Workers Day, we celebrate the dedicated individuals who work tirelessly to bring fresh, local food to our tables.
In the face of growing challenges—from unpredictable weather to demanding working conditions—their dedication is essential to feeding our communities. Farmworkers are the backbone of our food system, yet they often endure unsafe conditions to keep our tables full.
Let’s stand in solidarity, advocate for better protections, and support the hands that feed us—today and every day.
#NationalFarmWorkersDay #FarmFreshRI #SupportLocalFarmers
Volunteer Spotlight! 🌟
Meet Andrea, a dedicated volunteer with our @hopesharvestri program for three seasons! Alongside working at Farm Fresh RI`s farmers markets, Andrea’s journey with us has deepened her connection to food access in Rhode Island. “Seeing the full cycle—from gleaning produce to watching it reach those in need—has been incredibly rewarding,” she shares.
Andrea first heard about us through a friend at @urimastergardeners and was drawn to the flexibility and impact of gleaning. One of her favorite spots is Urban Edge Farm at @southsideclt, where she loves knowing that the food she helps harvest directly supports hunger relief and local farmers.
Thank you, Andrea, for your passion and commitment to our mission! đź’š
This @401gives, support Farm Fresh RI and help volunteers like Andrea keep nourishing our community! Every dollar helps us fight hunger and make sure that no good food goes to waste.
#supportlocal #givelocal #giveback #givingback #giving #hungerrelief #localfood #farmfresh #pvd #pvdeats #lovewhereyoulive #401gives
Volunteer Spotlight! 🌟
Meet Andrea, a dedicated volunteer with our @hopesharvestri program for three seasons! Alongside working at Farm Fresh RI`s farmers markets, Andrea’s journey with us has deepened her connection to food access in Rhode Island. “Seeing the full cycle—from gleaning produce to watching it reach those in need—has been incredibly rewarding,” she shares.
Andrea first heard about us through a friend at @urimastergardeners and was drawn to the flexibility and impact of gleaning. One of her favorite spots is Urban Edge Farm at @southsideclt, where she loves knowing that the food she helps harvest directly supports hunger relief and local farmers.
Thank you, Andrea, for your passion and commitment to our mission! đź’š
This @401gives, support Farm Fresh RI and help volunteers like Andrea keep nourishing our community! Every dollar helps us fight hunger and make sure that no good food goes to waste.
#supportlocal #givelocal #giveback #givingback #giving #hungerrelief #localfood #farmfresh #pvd #pvdeats #lovewhereyoulive #401gives
At Farm Fresh RI, we believe that strong local food systems are the backbone of healthy communities. That’s why we’re continuing to raise awareness about the recent USDA funding cuts and their widespread impact–not just here in Rhode Island, but across the country.
As reported in @bostonglobe, these cuts–totaling nearly $3 million for our state–directly affect over 100 small farms and businesses that provide fresh, locally grown food to Rhode Island schoolchildren, food banks, and families in need. Without this funding, many of these farmers are now facing an uncertain future, wondering how they will sell their produce and keep their businesses afloat.
At a time when disruptions to global food supply chains are becoming more frequent, strengthening our local food network is more important than ever. We know that solutions won’t come overnight, but we’re committed to working with our partners, farmers, and communities to find a path forward.
If you want to help, consider donating to Farm Fresh RI to keep local food on local tables; buy directly from local farmers through CSAs, at a farmers market near you, or on @marketmobileri; and advocate for food system funding in your community.
Together, we can keep our local food network strong.
#supportlocal #supportlocalfarmers #rhodeIslandagriculture #eatlocal #hungerrelief #localfood #foodequity #farmtoschool #farmtoplate #smallbusiness #shoplocal
Photos courtesy of The Boston Globe
At Farm Fresh RI, we believe that strong local food systems are the backbone of healthy communities. That’s why we’re continuing to raise awareness about the recent USDA funding cuts and their widespread impact–not just here in Rhode Island, but across the country.
As reported in @bostonglobe, these cuts–totaling nearly $3 million for our state–directly affect over 100 small farms and businesses that provide fresh, locally grown food to Rhode Island schoolchildren, food banks, and families in need. Without this funding, many of these farmers are now facing an uncertain future, wondering how they will sell their produce and keep their businesses afloat.
At a time when disruptions to global food supply chains are becoming more frequent, strengthening our local food network is more important than ever. We know that solutions won’t come overnight, but we’re committed to working with our partners, farmers, and communities to find a path forward.
If you want to help, consider donating to Farm Fresh RI to keep local food on local tables; buy directly from local farmers through CSAs, at a farmers market near you, or on @marketmobileri; and advocate for food system funding in your community.
Together, we can keep our local food network strong.
#supportlocal #supportlocalfarmers #rhodeIslandagriculture #eatlocal #hungerrelief #localfood #foodequity #farmtoschool #farmtoplate #smallbusiness #shoplocal
Photos courtesy of The Boston Globe
