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We're proud to have Sayuri Yamanaka representing SFC and sharing #FoodSecurity solutions we learn from the communites we serve at this year's Healthier Texas Summit.

What’s Going On? Something fresh is coming to Sustainable Food Center (SFC), and we’re not just talking about #LocalFood! Join SFC for a listening party at Equipment Room Sept. 17th to celebrate our revitalized brand and website. Our new look reflects the vibrance of the community we serve, and our revitalized website is a hub of resources for shoppers, farmers, and sustainable food system advocates alike. Equipment Room, named one of eleven best new bars in the US by Bon Appetit, will be spinning Marvin Gaye’s 1971 classic album What’s Going On to get us in the groove with our refreshed look and resources. Your ticket purchase supports SFC’s working increasing equitable food access and supporting small farmer livelihood to create a food system where people and the environment thrive. Purchase your ticket today: https://bit.ly/3AXobuk #SustainableFoodCenter #SFC #EquipmentRoom #AustinMusic #Vinyl #ListeningRoom

Sustainable Food Center (SFC) had the honor of representing Texas at National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition's Summer Coalition Meeting. NSAC unites grassroots advocacy organizations working toward a common goal: federal policy that supports both farmers and the environment. This summer, we aligned on priorities like farmer safety nets ahead of 2025 state legislative sessions, including in Texas. Read more about the summer meeting: https://bit.ly/3XjIlqX By collaborating with National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition, SFC is strengthening its voice and building coalitions that drive meaningful change at the federal level. Together, we’re making a difference for farmers and our planet. #NationalSustainableAgricultureCoalition #NSAC #SustainableAg #RegenerativeAg #SustainableFoodCenter #Texas #TexasFarmer #TexasAg #TexasAgMatters

Eat up! SFC is cooking up community health across Texas with The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre ® (THK / LCA®). 🥬🧑🍳 📍Lubbock, TX: We recently held our second THK / LCA® facilitator training in West Texas! These community food leaders are now equipped to spread awareness of sustainable and nutritious lifestyle choices, while teaching essential cooking skills in West Texas communities. As THK / LCA® continues to grow statewide, we’re rolling out targeted curriculum focused on managing chronic conditions and launching more Spanish classes in Lubbock. Stay tuned - healthy, delicious meals are coming to a kitchen near you! Complete the interest form to receive updates about upcoming classes: https://bit.ly/4cVOVJw #TheHappyKitchen #LaCocinaAlegre #Nutrition #CookingClass #LocalFood #EatLocal #FoodIsMedicine

Nonprofits are an important part of healthy communities and economies. This year, #CommunityPartner One Voice Central Texas asked: “What if non-profits disappeared for a day?” The answer shows just how crucial your support is. If food access nonprofits like SFC, Keep Austin Fed, and other allies disappeared for even one day, in Central Texas ALONE: 8,372 of our neighbors experiencing food insecurity would not receive meals. 75 farmers would not be able to sell their meat and produce at farmers’ markets like SFC Farmer’s Market $9,105 worth of unused food would be thrown away instead of recovered and distributed. Thank you to our community of supporters in Texas and beyond for supporting our mission to create a just food system where people and the environment thrive! Want to make a lasting impact? Join our Seeds of Change recurring donor program: https://bit.ly/3WLgka8 #Texas #AustinTexas #TexasNonProfit #FoodAccess #ResourceRecovery #Nutrition #FairFood #WalkEachOtherHome

Outdated Crop Insurance Limits Sustainable Agriculture 🗞️via Bloomberg Green Recent reporting from Bloomberg Green echoes SFC’s findings: current crop insurance options fall short in supporting sustainable farmers, slowing the shift to #RegenerativeAgriculture. Improving crop insurance for small farmers is an SFC #PolicyPriority because: Whole Farm Revenue Protection, one of the few options for diverse small farms, requires 3-5 YEARS of detailed profit and loss records. Many policies penalize sustainable practices by denying coverage if those methods reduce yield, pushing farmers towards chemical fertilizers and pesticides instead of organic methods. At this year’s SFFFS Conference, SFC Farm Viability Director Amy Gallo led a session on our Texas Case Study, offering insights to support small farmers navigate the crop insurance maze. Read the SFC Case Study: https://bit.ly/464XrSa and Bloomberg Green article : https://lnkd.in/gEKkJH4u #RegenerativeAg #TexasAg #SustainableAgriculture #LocalFood #ResilientFoodSystem #CropInsurance #TexasFarmer #FarmNews #GreenNews #Bloomberg

#NationalBreastfeedingMonth Fun Fact: When your baby is sick, your body adds extra antibodies to your breastmilk to help your baby get well faster! Nutrition during pregnancy, breastfeeding, and early childhood is essential for a lifetime of health and wellness. All families deserve access to nutritious food that supports their health without stretching their budget. That’s why we believe the WIC Voucher Program is so important. It provides $30 to spend on fresh fruits and veggies, boosting whole-family health. Discover how to make the most of your #WIC Vouchers at farmers’ markets across Texas in our latest blog: https://bit.ly/4dG1oky #FarmersMarkets #TexasAg #AustinTexas #TexasFarmersMarkets #Lactation #PreNatalNutrition #EarlyChildhoodNutrition #LocalFood #TexasWIC #LactationSupport

Sustainable Food Center (SFC) just received its first grant for West Texas! This marks an exciting chapter in our mission to bring healthy, local food to more communities. For the past year, we’ve been expanding SFC programs in West Texas. From Double Up Food Bucks Texas to cooking and nutrition education from The Happy Kitchen / La Cocina Alegre ®, we’re increasing food access and sharing the benefits of seasonal, local eating with families in the Panhandle. Thank you to Community Foundation of West Texas for supporting the continued expansion of SFC programs in the Panhandle! Together, we are committed to making a lasting impact on the health and well-being of our communities. Established in 1981, the Community Foundation of West Texas is a regional philanthropic entity created by and for the people of the Texas South Plains region. The Community Foundation exists to improve quality of life in this region by helping area donors to give in ways that make an enduring impact on their community. Visit www.cfwtx.org to learn more. #WestTexas #SFCWestTexas #SustainableFoodCenter #EatLocal #LocalFood #SeasonalEating #Nutrition #CookingClass #NutritionEducation #SeasonalEating

Big news for Austin’s food future! We’re one step closer to adopting the Austin/Travis County Food Plan! Last week, the Austin Environmental Commission officially recommended that Austin City Council adopt and fund the Austin/Travis County Food Plan. We need a food plan to improve the sustainability and accessibility of the local food system. About 1.24 MILLION pounds of food is wasted every day in Austin, while 14% of our neighbors experience food insecurity. Edwin Marty , Food Policy Manager for City of Austin Office of Sustainability, explained how the high cost of living forces people to sacrifice on food quality in an interview at the SFC office. Austin City Council is expected to vote on adopting the food plan at the Aug. 29 City Council meeting. Sign up to speak in support of the Austin / Travis County Food Plan at austintexas.gov in coming weeks. #Austin #AustinTexas #TravisCounty #BetterFoodFuture #SustainableFood #FoodAccess #AustinCommunity

It was another year of growing knowledge 🌱 and connections 🤝 at the Southern Family Farmer & Food Systems (SFFFS) Conference! A highlight of the conference for our team was the Farmer Listening Session we co-hosted with FARFA. This year’s session helped us better understand how to advocate for small producers at the upcoming Texas Legislative Session about issues ranging from resource conservation to on-site labor. Thanks to conference presenters Small Producers Initiative, FARFA, and COUNCIL FOR HEALTHY FOOD SYSTEMS for your leadership. Until next year! #SouthernFamilyFarmersAndFoodSystems #SmallProducerInitiative #SPI #FarmAndRanchFreedomAlliance #FARFA #FoodSystem #TexasFood #TexasAg #TexasAgricultureMatters #SmallFarm #FamilyFarm