about
Central Mass Grown is a non-profit organization comprised of farmers, buy-local advocates, and community leaders dedicated to raising consumer awareness and increasing the profitability of regional farms.
our mission
To strengthen local farms and build a food system that benefits everyone, by directly supporting farmers, marketing to consumers, and engaging with the community.
our vision
We envision local agriculture that benefits everyone. We believe in a community that supports its members, where community members buy local and local businesses invest in their community. We believe in local farms that provide food that is safe, healthy, and accessible. And we believe in environmentally sustainable farming, where the land is cared for through climate-smart and regenerative practices.
our vaLUES
Local - Focused on the communities of Central Massachusetts and the strength we draw from working together. We are committed to supporting local small businesses whenever possible.
Sustainable - How we work our land today will have an impact on the future
Responsible - We are the stewards of our land and our resources for the next generations
Equitable - Our food systems and our economy must be for all, and we must erase barriers to access
Just - Recognize institutionalized injustice where we find it and work to end it
In practice, Central Mass Grown…
Educates farmers, consumers, and the general public on issues about and related to farming;
Supports the advancement of knowledge and understanding of farms and farming and their benefits and relationship to the environmental, economic, nutritional and social well-being of persons within Central Massachusetts and surrounding areas;
Promotes the sale and purchase of agricultural products grown in Central Massachusetts to local markets, restaurants, retailers, aggregators, distributors, general consumers and others; and supports our members in reaching more consumers.
