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Nuestra visión
We want to connect farms, food, and people to ensure that everyone has access to healthy food. We envision a Hudson Valley with a strong and growing farming community that conserves important farmland, supports greater food security, promotes diversity in agriculture, and advocates for food justice. We imagine a region where farming is an integral part of climate solutions, nurturing healthy communities in the Hudson Valley and beyond.
Asunto en juego
Farms are part of the Hudson Valley’s DNA. Indigenous peoples grew corn, beans, and squash, and during the American Revolution, the region emerged as the breadbasket of the 13 colonies. Today, more than 3,500 Hudson Valley farms are part of a vast foodshed network that provide fresh produce for the region and New York City. Hudson Valley farms also provide thousands of jobs and contribute hundreds of millions of dollars to the local economy each year.
But farms, and farming, face many challenges. The impacts from climate change, combined with economic challenges mean that the business of farming is under unprecedented pressure. And despite the region’s bounty, access to healthy, sustainably-grown food isn’t shared equally. It is estimated that one in ten people in the Hudson Valley are food insecure, and one third of children in the region are eligible for free or reduced lunches.
What's the Status?
We are creating and sharing content to inspire, educate, and inform the public about the work Scenic Hudson and regional partners are doing to sustain Hudson Valley farms and connect people with food now and in the future. Scenic Hudson has protected more than 21,000 acres across more than 145+ family farms — and has brought over $70 million dollars to the Hudson Valley agriculture sector. They support farmers by providing technical assistance and training, particularly in regenerative agriculture and other climate-friendly practices that save the soil — as well as the planet.
Together with Scenic Hudson and partners we are:
- Supporting local communities in accessing healthy, local food
- Lobbying in Albany and in Washington for state and federal policies that best support Northeast farmers
- Growing community gardens and farms in partnership with local neighborhoods
- Providing platforms that help connect and amplify community leadership
- Protecting farmland as well as sharing information and technical expertise about on-farm climate resilience
- Engaging and encouraging the next generation of farmers
- Getting the word out about farms by telling stories that amplify community voices and forge partnerships that help connect farms, food, and people
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CONNECTIONS BETWEEN FARMS, FOOD, AND PEOPLE
Become a Valley Defender to help ensure everyone has access to healthy food.
Acciones que puedes tomar
SUPPORT LOCAL HUDSON VALLEY FARMS. Plan a visit to sample and enjoy the seasonal harvest and farm-fun activities.
VOLUNTEER at a community garden. It’s a great way to learn more about where your food comes from.
INSCRÍBETE for a shift at a local food pantry.
STAND BEHIND NORTHEAST FARMERS by asking Congress to increase funding and expand programs in the next Federal Farm Bill.
¡SUMA TU VOZ! Llevamos las voces del Valle del Hudson directamente a las entidades responsables en toma de decisión y formulación de políticas que dan forma a nuestro futuro.