Southern Wisconsin Food Hub Feasibility Study
Dane County Planning & Development – Madison, Wi
This progressive planning agency saw the potential to better connect local producers with institutional customers through a regional food hub. In collaboration with FamilyFarmed.org, New Venture Advisors helped them build a business case that led to the launch of the Wisconsin Food Hub Cooperative in 2013.
Western New York Food Hub
Field & Fork Network – Buffalo, NY
After years of functioning as a value chain facilitator, this tenacious nonprofit organization turned its dream into a reality when New Venture Advisors helped FFN and a farmer cooperative launch a food hub that connects small farmers with wholesale customers in Western New York.
New Roots Food Hub
International Rescue Committee – San Diego, CA
Hoping to improve economic opportunities for refugee farmers, IRC reached out to New Venture Advisors to develop a business plan for the New Roots Food Hub to more effectively serve customers in San Diego seeking unique, fresh, local produce.
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Our team brings a multi-faceted perspective to the sustainable food industry. We combine sharp business acumen with real-world entrepreneurial experience and a passion for impact to help our clients build businesses that are socially and economically sustainable. Learn More6 Insights from a NY State Grain Hub Study AKA…and we thought local produce was hard!
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