Growing Places Produce Box Program Info
Growing Places (GP), Local Food Works (LFW) and Montachusett Agricultural Alliance (MAA) are inviting all farmers/producers in the North Central Mass region to a sell retail and wholesale, as part of the larger initiative toward expanding local food access at all levels throughout the region.
Growing Places is a valued partner of MAA, bringing multiple programs to our region through their non-profit. We are excited to work with them and be part of their continued success. The main program that has been a focus of MAA members is the “Produce Home-Delivery & Pickup” program which is focused on purchasing locally grown produce and filling boxes of fresh vegetables that are delivered to consumers weekly. These programs allow for the purchasers to use their SNAP/EBT benefits.
Local Food Works Food Hub
Local Food Works is now purchasing fresh produce wholesale for processing and distribution to large institutional buyers.
Farmers will sign a MOU (memorandum of understanding) giving all the details about expectations and structure of the purchasing program.
2024 Crop Availability Form for Farmers Participating in the Program