The mission of the New Entry Sustainable Farming Project (New Entry) is to assist people with limited resources who have an interest in small-scale commercial agriculture, to begin farming in Massachusetts. The broader goals of New Entry are to support the vitality and sustainability of the region's agriculture, to build long term economic self-reliance and food security among participants and their communities, and to expand access to high-quality, culturally appropriate foods in underserved areas through production of locally-grown foods.
People helping people in Wilmington, MA., the community fund assist those in need with food, heat, clothing, etc. and also operate the Wilmington Food Pantry.
Slow Food is an idea, a way of living and a way of eating. It is a global, grassroots movement with thousands of members around the world that links the pleasure of food with a commitment to community and the environment.
In Food, Inc., filmmaker Robert Kenner lifts the veil on our nation's food industry, exposing the highly mechanized underbelly that has been hidden from the American consumer with the consent of our government's regulatory agencies, USDA and FDA. Our nation's food supply is now controlled by a handful of corporations that often put profit ahead of consumer health, the livelihood of the American farmer, the safety of workers and our own environment. Read more...
A Year of Food Life Barbara Kingsolver, with Steven L. Hopp and Camille Kingsolver. An amazing book with incredible insight from 3 different perspectives.
The best organic food is what's grown closest to you. Use our website to find farmers' markets, family farms, and other sources of sustainably grown food in your area, where you can buy produce, grass-fed meats, and many other goodies.
Off The Menu – Eating Local In The Winter (from the Emily Rooney Show on WGBH) Corby Kummer says “yes.”
From farmer’s markets to vegetable and seafood co-ops, there is no shortage of options for eating locally-grown foods during the bountiful spring and summer months. But what about during the long New England winters? Is it possible to stay committed to a diet of locally-grown and locally-produced foods in January, February, March?
List of Documentary Food Films...if you've seen Food Inc., you may want to check out a few more... 10 Top Documentary Food Films
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If you have some time and would like to help with the farmers market we sure would appreciate it!
