Good Food Glossary: Farm Stop
“We are neither a traditional farmers’ market nor a traditional grocery store, but rather an intersection that takes the best features of both.” — Argus Farm Stop, Ann Arbor, MI […]
Celebrating the Changemakers of Our Food Systems
A Guide to USDA LAMP Grants for Food System Projects
Local Agriculture Market Programs (LAMP) are transformative grants in the good food sector. They provide an influx of money for large-scale projects that support the development, coordination, and expansion of […]
Case History: The Mill Street Market
Based in Hastings, Michigan, Barry Community Foundation bridges community needs with donor interests, granting dollars to programs, projects and organizations that align with its vision to be a trusted resource […]
USDA Regional Food Business Centers: Strengthening Local Food Systems
News Update: On July 16, 2025, the USDA announced the termination of the Regional Food Business Centers initiative. No information has been provided about the future of other related efforts. […]
Before Building: 3 Ideas for Boosting Regional Meat Processing Capacity
The global processed meat market is valued at $3.3 trillion, with global meat consumption projected to grow by 14% from 2020 to 2030 (FAO). Most meat, including beef, pork, ruminants, […]
Innovative Rural Grocery Store Trends
Innovation in rural grocery stores is a story of community building. Small-town grocery stores are the heart of their communities, yet many struggle to compete with dollar stores, a shrinking […]
Cold Storage: A Hot Topic for Regional Food Systems
Cold storage, in any capacity, is vital to creating a more resilient food system. It ensures that as little goes to waste as possible at every step of the value […]
The LFPA: Optimism for More Equitable Food Systems
With food shortages exacerbated by the pandemic, the Biden administration has announced a flurry of initiatives and funding opportunities to increase resiliency in food supply chains. Tucked into these announcements […]
Case History: The Good Food Collective
The Good Food Collective (GFC) aims to build a vibrant economy, steward natural resources, and support the physical and cultural health of the Durango, Colorado area by investing in the […]
