Farm generations cooperative will strengthen community supported agriculture CSA within new york citys neighborhoods and among regional farmers by enhancing the competitiveness of CSA programsfocusing…

Farm generations cooperative will strengthen community supported agriculture CSA within new york citys neighborhoods and among regional farmers by enhancing the competitiveness of CSA programsfocusing on coordinated marketing efforts farmer education and community collaborations. This initiative will result in the development and implementation of two new communityfacing features for grownby a cooperativelyowned farm sales APP aimed at supporting marketing and expansion of CSA programs across the city with a comprehensive digital toolbox and guide for managing new york city CSA programs. Farm generations cooperative will provide specialized support to 40 farmers equipping them with best practices for CSA operations. The projects anticipated outcomes include a strengthened marketplace for local farmers and enhanced access to fresh produce for consumers with farmers processors and other stakeholders involved in the CSA system benefiting. Activities will will contribute to promoting direct producertoretail activity and supporting the continued growth of this important food distribution model within new york city.