Food Systems
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The food system is a complex web of activities that involve the production, processing, distribution, retail and consumption of food.
Support the Maine Farm to Institution Network (MEFTI)
Increase the amount of locally sourced Maine food in school meals
Support Maine’s economy, improve health, and develop an understanding of food origins
Become more reliant on the local food system
HCCA works with community partners to:
Farm to School in Maine
The Maine Farm & Sea to School Network mission is to build a communication and coordination infrastructure at the school and community level to support farm to school programs throughout Maine.
Maine Farm & Sea to School Institute
Professional Development Opportunity for Maine Schools, School Distrcits, and Early Childhood Education Centers (ECE’s)
Farm to Institution
HCCA is home to the Maine Farm to Institution Network (MEFTI), who’s role is to catalyze a social impact network focused on farm to institution in Maine to build a healthy and sustainable regional food system.
Interested in learning more?
CONTACT
Alida Peterson
Food Systems Coordinator
Email: a.peterson@hccame.org
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HCCA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is funded through charitable donations from people like you. Thank you for your generous support as we work to better local communities in Maine.