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OUR FOOD PLAN

The 2023-2028 West Central MN Food System Plan is a strategic roadmap designed to strengthen the regional food system across 16 counties in West Central Minnesota. Developed through extensive community input, it outlines goals and strategies to ensure all residents have access to nutritious, locally produced food while supporting farmers, reducing waste, and fostering sustainability.

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Our Goals 

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Better communication between food systems actors

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Support farmers in marketing local foods

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Improve consumer education re: food sources & availability

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Improve consumer education regarding food waste

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Provide more support for emerging farmers

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Expand support for urban agriculture

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Reduce food insecurity and hunger levels

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Invest in bicycle and pedestrian-friendly infrastructure/interventions

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Want to Help Us Reach These Goals?

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The West Central MN Food Council website connects communities to improve food systems in 16 counties.

Join the effort to expand food access, reduce waste, and support local farming.

CONNECT

Email Jason Bergstrand

Council Manager

Advisory Team Member

This work is funded by the Minnesota Department of Health through the Minnesota Climate-Smart Food Systems initiative, supported by the EPA’s Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program. The content does not necessarily reflect EPA views or policies.

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