Resources for Farmers and Producers

Growing food in the Monadnock region takes grit, knowledge, and the right connections. Here you'll find tools and resources to help you work smarter and stay supported through every season.

Climate Smart Farming

Practices, programs, and funding opportunities to help Monadnock region farmers adapt to a changing climate and build long-term resilience.

Farm to Workplace

Bring local food to your employees. A program connecting farms with employers across the region.

Policy

Stay informed on the agricultural policies and advocacy efforts that affect farmers in New Hampshire.

How We Support Farmers

NH Agricultural Policy Forum 


In partnership with the New Hampshire Food Alliance, we bring stakeholders together annually to advance agricultural policy.


Legislative Alerts


We send actionable policy updates through our networks so farmers stay informed and can take action.


Workshops and Webinars


We promote climate-smart programming offered by coalition members, including Village Roots Permaculture, Cheshire County Conservation District, NOFA-NH, and The Sustainability Project.


Free Marketing for Members


We help member farms reach more customers through free marketing tools including listings on our website, features in our monthly newsletter, and regular social media promotion.


Grants and Funding Opportunities

Opportunities
We connect farmers with funding opportunities available through coalition partners and regional programs, helping you access the capital you need to grow, adapt, and invest in your operation


Funding

 Many coalition members work locally, statewide, and nationally to provide funding, education, and resources to Monadnock region farmers. Below is a curated list of trusted partners and programs.

Access to Capital and Credit

Local Farm Fund: Monadnock Food Co-op Farm Fund

Funding for NH farms to invest in climate resilience.

Environmental & Land Law, PLCC

Legal counsel for farmers and land-based businesses.

Keller Williams Realty

Real estate services with farm and land expertise.

Infrastructure Working Group

Coalition working group focused on improving farm infrastructure across the region.

MFCC listserv - Monadnock Food

Coalition-run listserv connecting farmers, food producers, and food access organizations across the region.

Policy Updates

The latest food and agricultural policy news affecting Monadnock region farmers.

Running a Successful CSA

A CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) program gives your farm guaranteed income before the season starts, builds a loyal customer base, and strengthens your connection to the community. Members pay upfront for a share of your harvest and receive regular boxes of produce throughout the growing season.

Set clear expectations

Be upfront about what members can expect each week, how pickups work, and what happens if they miss a delivery. Clear communication builds trust and keeps members coming back year after year.

Make pickup easy

Offer convenient pickup locations including at the farm, at farmers markets, or at workplace sites. The easier it is for members to get their share, the more likely they are to renew.

Workplace CSA

Partnering with a local employer to offer CSA shares as a workplace benefit is a great way to grow your membership. The employer sets up a pickup location on-site, and you deliver directly. It's a win for farmers, employees, and the community.

Keep members engaged

Regular farm updates, recipes, and invitations to on-farm events turn CSA members into long-term supporters of your farm.