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
Something fresh is here! 🌿✨
@harvestkitchenri is reopening at our new home at 10 Sims Ave—and we can’t wait to welcome you in. Starting Monday, 3/30, join us for lunch in our light-filled café in the Valley, serving up locally sourced sandwiches, salads, bowls, and more.
Every bite supports something bigger: all proceeds fuel our culinary job training program for underserved youth, helping them build skills, confidence, and pathways into the food industry.
Swipe for a sneak peek of some of our favorite details (peep the vintage farmers market posters! 👀)
Come see (and taste) it for yourself next week!
🗓 Monday–Friday
⏰ 11am–3pm
📍 10 Sims Ave, Unit 109, Providence
#HarvestKitchen #ProvidenceRI #EatLocalRI #SupportLocalFood #FarmFreshRI #PVDfoodies #401eats
Join us this Saturday, March 28th for a special Farm to Fiber Day at our Providence Winter Farmers Market!
Celebrate the journey from farm to fiber with these local makers:
🐑 @bracken.gully.farm – A sanctuary for farm animals offering fiber and wool products to support furry friends in their forever home ❤️
🌸 @lavenderewes – Offering naturally dyed fleece for needly felting and spinning, all dyed with plants grown on their property!
Come explore sustainable textiles and connect with our vibrant fiber arts community! ✨🧶
#farmtofiber #sustainablestyle #naturaldyes #slowfashion #ecofriendly #ecofashion #knitting #yarn #naturalfiber #wool
Big news at Farm Fresh RI 🌱
We’re thrilled to welcome Janet Coit as our next Executive Director!
A longtime leader in Rhode Island and champion for local food systems, Janet brings decades of experience supporting farmers, fishers, and sustainable food economies—most recently at NOAA and previously leading RIDEM.
“I’m thrilled for the opportunity to lead Farm Fresh RI and continue expanding its impact for all Rhode Islanders,” Janet shared.
Janet officially joins us April 13 as we also celebrate Executive Director Jesse Rye’s incredible 14 years of leadership 💚
Join us in giving Janet a warm welcome to the Farm Fresh community!
Read more at the link in our bio 🔗
#FarmFreshRI #LocalFood #RhodeIsland #FoodSystems #Leadership
Calling all musicians & community groups! 🎶 🎤
Want to bring your talents to the Farm Fresh RI farmers markets? We`re looking for local performers and groups to join us in creating a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere at our summer farmers markets!
Help us fill our markets with music, movement, and community magic ✨ Visit the link in our bio to get involved!
#FarmFreshRI #CommunityVibes #LocalMusic #FarmersMarketFun #SupportLocal #EatLocal #FarmersMarkets #Music #Community #MarketGrooves #BuskersWelcome #RhodyVibes #PartyAtTheMarket
Spring is just around the corner! 🌸☕️
Starting THIS Saturday, March 21st, swing by the Welcome Table at our Providence Farmers Market to fill out a short survey and receive a free Farm Fresh RI mug featuring a spring-inspired design made of seasonal, local foods.
See you at the market—iced or hot drink, your call!
#FreshMerch #FarmFreshRI #HelloSpring #FarmersMarketFinds #BuyLocalRI #SupportLocal #SpringVibes
What if school lunch could support our local fishing community? 🐟
Our new partnership with @tonysseafood and @cfcrhodeisland does just that, bringing locally caught monkfish sliders to 26 Rhode Island school districts!
The monkfish sliders were a hit during taste tests—94% of students gave them a thumbs up 👍 Along the way, students will also learn about the journey from sea to school, helping connect what’s on their lunch tray to Rhode Island’s fishing community and local food system.
Ready for a jump scare? Swipe to the end to see a monkfish up close! 😱
#EatLocalRI #SeaToSchool #RIFishing #LocalFoodSystem #FarmFreshRI
Join us in making a difference this @401gives March 31st - April 1st by supporting Farm Fresh RI! 🌱
This year, we’re asking our community to help us keep hope on the table for all Rhode Islanders.
As food insecurity rises and federal funding remains uncertain, community support is more important than ever. Every dollar helps us connect farmers with families and build a more resilient, equitable food future.
Save the date, spread the word, and help us keep hope on the table this 401Gives!
Want a reminder on the big day? Sign up for our mailing list at the link in our bio. 🔗
#FarmFreshRI #SupportLocal #401Gives #FreshFoodForAll #Giving
Counting down the days till summer! 🌻
There are only a TWO days left to apply to vend at Farm Fresh RI’s summer farmers markets 🍅
If you’re ready to share your goods with more customers and be part of our vibrant local food community, we want you with us this season!
⏰ Applications close Friday, March 6
🔗 Apply at the link in our bio
Let’s make this summer the freshest one yet.
#FarmFreshRI #RIGrown #FarmersMarkets #SummerDreaming #BuyLocalRI
