The north coast food web is developing a comprehensive infrastructure project designed to bolster the existing network of over 100 smallscale farmers ranchers foragers and fishers operating on the…

The north coast food web is developing a comprehensive infrastructure project designed to bolster the existing network of over 100 smallscale farmers ranchers foragers and fishers operating on the north coast of oregon and southwest washington. This project aims to enhance the capacity of these local food businesses to effectively serve communities within a 100MILE radius of astoria oregon addressing the current imbalance between supply and demand for regional food products. Key elements of the project include upgrading and expanding a kitchen incubator to support valueadded production and restarting a delivery program through an online farmers market to attract new customers. Furthermore the north coast food web is investing in resources to directly assist farmers and food businesses with comprehensive support services encompassing technical assistance and oneonone guidance. The anticipated outcome of this project is a more resilient and profitable food system for these stakeholders reducing risks associated with operating smallscale food businesses. This initiative will benefit the communities relying on these local producers ensuring access to a greater supply of fresh regionally produced goods.