Local food is a hot topic in community development and the Northeast region is at the head of the table.
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- The Northeast Center's signature food system project:
Enhancing Food Security in the Northeast Through Regional Food Systems. - Food Systems webinars organized by the Northeast Center
From agricultural profitability and market opportunities to nutrition, food safety, and environmental stewardship, researchers and Extension professionals across the region provide analysis, training, and technical assistance designed to help individuals, businesses, and communities make balanced and informed decisions about the many opportunities associated with regional food systems.
In this context, the Northeast Regional Center for Rural Development works with land grant and other key partners across the region and nationally to:
- pursue cutting-edge research;
- develop educational resources; and,
- provide training designed to help Northeast individuals and communities understand the impacts of local and regional food systems and how to best capitalize on their potential benefits.