HCFS Food Systems Tools
Overview Tools
give a concise explanation of
a local food concept and how to get started.
“How To”
Tools suggest steps to
implement a local food activity. View these on-line, or
download and copy for use in meetings or as
handouts. Toolbox Resources,
Resource Lists, and
other on-line resources provide in-depth information.
More to come!
Overview
Tools:
Rebuilding
Your
Local Food System
— Tool Booklet — Toolbox Resources
Extending the Local Food Season
— Tool Booklet — Toolbox Resources
Climate-Friendly Food Systems
— Tool Booklet — Toolbox Resources
Biodiverse & Wildlife-Friendly Food Systems
— Tool Booklet — Toolbox Resources
Year-Round Local Food Calendars
— Tool Booklet —Toolbox Resources — Calendar Template
How and Why to Buy Local
— Tool Booklet — Toolbox Resources
Native Farming Practices: Organic & Sustainable by
Tradition
— Tool Booklet
USDA Organic Certification: An Option for Traditional
Farmers
— Tool Booklet
Alternatives to Organic Certification for Traditional
Farmers
— Tool Booklet — Organic Toolbox Resources
Sustainable Food
Choices
— Tool Booklet
Food Safety Considerations for Small Producers
— Tool Booklet — Toolbox Resources
“How
To” Tools:
Eat-Local
Cooking Competition
— Tool Booklet — Toolbox Resources — Sample Forms
Farmer-Chef Connection Event
— Tool Booklet — Toolbox Resources — Sample Brochure
Starting a Buy Local Food Campaign
— Tool Booklet — Eight-page expanded
version
Resource
Lists:
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Farm to School “How to...” Resource List
Farm to School Producers Resource List
Farm to School How to Buy Local Resource List
Farm to School Educational Activities Resource List