High Desert Food and Farm Alliance Programs:
Grow and Give- HDFFA's fresh food drive the only program of its kind in Central Oregon. Fresh food donations from local farmers, gardeners, and community members are donated to our regional food bank, NeighborImpact, and distributed to hunger relief agencies throughout Deschutes, Jefferson, and Crook Counties. VeggieRx- A fresh produce prescription program that improves healthy eating habits for individuals experiencing food insecurity and diagnosed with diet-modifiable disease. Participants receive fresh vegetables and fruits, nutrition education, and one-on-one support from HDFFA Registered Dietitian-Nutritionist. Agricultural SUpport- HDFFA partners with OSU Extension Small Farms Program, Oregon Tilth, the Oregon Department of Agriculture, and others to coordinate workshops and hands-on training opportunities for farmers to sharpen their skills on everything from crop planning, to marketing strategies to food safety. We also seek funds to pass through to support farmers with infrastructure needs such as hoop and greenhouses. Food & Farm Directory - a 48 page resource for finding locally grown, raised and crafted food products. Visit GETATASTE.ORG to find local food and download the GET A TASTE APP for apple and driod. Fresh Harvest Kits- Fresh Harvest Kits are ready-to-make meal kits containing pantry staple items (pasta, tuna, stew), farm fresh vegetables (kale, carrots), Savory Spice (a spice pack) and a recipe card to create a nutritious and delicious meal. HDFFA collaborates with local farms and hunger relief agencies to offer these kits at local food pantries.
