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Non-profit devoted to strengthening sustainable farming and access to fresh, healthy food in NJ.

The Foodshed Alliance is a grassroots, non-profit devoted to promoting sustainable farming and locally grown, fresh, healthy food in northern New Jersey. We believe that the future of our health, our land, and our communities depends, to great extent, on the existence of local farms–that farmers are the keystone to our connection with our food, the land and our sense of place. It is this conviction that drives us to work, with farmers, consumers, and agricultural professionals to foster a self-sustaining “foodshed” that supports farmers, nourishes people, respects the land, and strengthens our communities.

11/05/2026

What does a stronger local food system actually look like? It’s fresh food making its way from local farms to families who need it, farmers getting the resources and new opportunities to grow their businesses and it’s protecting the farmland and waterways that keep our communities thriving.

Foodshed Alliance works to bring these pieces together: food, farming, and the environment. And there’s a place for you in this work too!

Get involved at foodshedalliance.org/get-involved 🤝

11/04/2026

10 talented chefs, incredible local food & drink, live music and a room full of people who believe in the power of a stronger local food system.

We’re still thinking about all the incredible food, conversations and people who made our Local Harvest Gala such a special night! The evening brought our community together in the absolute best way. Enjoy a few highlights from the night 😄

🎥: No_SuRReNDeR Photography
🎶: DIANA FLWRS
📸: Cortney Torres Photography

11/03/2026

11/03/2026

10/29/2026

Some partnerships go beyond the fields, and this is one of them! 💚 Cali has built such a special relationship with Donaldson Farms on behalf of Foodshed Alliance. Picking up fresh produce 3-4 times a week to assist our program LocalShare in getting fresh food into the hands of families who need it most.

Cali is such an instrumental part of this work, and if you know her, you know just how much heart she brings to the community! Thank you to Cali and Donaldson Farms - Farm Market for supporting our work in increasing local food access!! 🥕🚜💚

Want to get involved in this work? Visit foodshedalliance.org/volunteer to get started 🤝

10/28/2026

We had a lovely time learning about composting with Source Compost , exploring different ways to turn food scraps and yard waste into something useful for our homes, gardens, and the environment.

One big takeaway? Composting looks different for everyone. Whether you have a farm, a backyard, or just a little space under your kitchen sink, there’s a system that can work for you. It all starts with your goals, whether that’s keeping food waste out of landfills or creating nutrient-rich soil.

A few things we learned:
🪱 Explore your options! Worm towers, compost tumblers, and outdoor piles can all work for different spaces and needs.
♻️ Importantly, you don’t have to figure it out alone. If you’d like help managing your compost, reach out to Source Compost to explore their services!

A big thank-you to Celestine for sharing her knowledge and to everyone who joined us with thoughtful questions and curiosity! Small changes at home can make a meaningful difference in how we care for our soil, reduce waste, and build a more sustainable community.

10/27/2026

A little love to the farms that grow our community💚!! Behind every thriving local food system are farmers who put in the hard work, care for the land, and help nourish our communities. Foodshed Alliance is grateful for the continued support of Donaldson Farms - Farm Market, Circle Brook Farm, Longmeadow Farm, Race Farm, Blairstown NJ, and Ort Farms. By opening their fields to our team of volunteers, these farms help us harvest fresh produce that might otherwise go unpicked and get it into the hands of families and communities who need it most. Their willingness to share their harvests makes this work possible year after year.

Together, we're reducing food waste, expanding access to fresh, local food, and building a stronger, more connected regional food system. We're proud to stand alongside them and grateful for all they bring to this work.

🍎🥕Please join us in showing these farms some love! Visit their farms, shop local, and support the people who work hard to grow the food on your table. Every choice to support a local farmer helps strengthen the food system we share. 🌽🧄

10/26/2026

There is something so special about bringing together the people who care deeply about the future of our farms, our food and our communities.

Thank you to everyone who made the Foodshed Alliance Local Harvest Gala such a special night. From our generous sponsors and farm partners to the talented chefs and beverage makers, and everyone who came out to support our work, we are deeply grateful to have you alongside us. Nights like this remind us that building a stronger local food system is something we do together. It’s farmers, food makers, community partners, and neighbors who believe in the power of local food to bring people together and create lasting change. Every partnership, every shared meal and every act of support helps move this vision forward. Thank you for being part of it.🥬💚

We’re still soaking it all in and can’t wait to share more photos soon!!

10/22/2026

🪱🪱🪱 THIS SATURDAY!!! 🪱🪱🪱
Composting is for everyone! Join us at the SAgE Farm with Source Compost for a hands-on workshop on getting started with composting in whatever your space, setup, or experience level is. We'll learn all about the essential components of any healthy composting set up, why composting on any scale is SO IMPORTANT, and so much more!!
📅 Saturday October 24th, 2:30pm at the SAgE Farm in Andover
🌿 Suggested donations of $25 -35 are much appreciated and help to support the work of Foodshed Alliance.
Sign up here: https://foodshedalliance.org/composting-workshop-1026/
We hope to see you there!
Email [email protected] with any questions

Address

326 High Street
Hope, NJ
07844

Telephone

+19083627967

Website

http://foodshedalliance.org/

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