Connecting Farmers & Eaters
The path food travels βΒ the food system β includes everything from growing and harvesting to processing, packaging, transporting, selling, eating, and disposing of food. Our mission is to grow that system to be sustainable for both the farmers and eaters in our region. We offer markets and transparent enterprise systems that help New England farmers, fishers, and food producers reach more customers and reduce waste. And we work with the community through outreach, incentives, educational and hunger relief programs to increase the accessibility and affordability of fresh, local foods.
What's Happening This Week β’ @farmfreshri
Who`s ready to take a bite out of summer? πββοΈ
Our Providence summer farmers markets officially kick off this week! Shop local with Farm Fresh RI:
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Thursday, June 4th
πDexter Park Training Grounds
Hollywood Rd & Parade St, Providence
3pm - 7pm
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Saturday, June 6th
πOutside the Algonquin House
807 Broad St, Providence
8am - 12pm
We can`t wait to see you there!
Not in Providence? Find fresh fruits, local veggies, and all your seasonal favorites at a market near youβhappening across Rhode Island all summer long: farmfreshri.org/risummer π
#FarmFreshRI #FarmersMarketSeason #EatLocalRI #SupportLocalFarms #RhodeIslandEats #SummerVibesRI #BuyLocalRI #SuppoortLocal #FarmerMarket #PVDEats
This week, our Hopeβs Harvest team and 6 incredible volunteers gleaned 660 pounds of rhubarb from @littleriverfarmriβall distributed to 6 hunger relief agencies across Rhode Island. β€οΈ
Fun fact: rhubarb is technically a vegetable, even though itβs most often used like a fruit in pies, jams, and desserts! Its bright pink stalks are packed with flavor (but donβt eat the leaves β those arenβt edible!).
Every glean helps connect fresh, local food with neighbors who can use it most, while also supporting farmers and ensuring good food doesnβt go to waste.
Weβre always looking for more farm partners throughout the growing season! If youβre a farmer with surplus crops, fields to glean, or already-harvested produce available for donation, weβd love to hear from you. Reach out and help us keep fresh local food flowing to communities across RI! ππ₯¬
#localfood #farmtoplate #hungerrelief #freshfoodforall #foodrecovery #foodaccess #gleaning #foodforgood
Shop fresh flavors on Market Mobile! π₯β¨
Weβre excited to welcome three new local vendors to the Market Mobile lineup:
π @serendipity_farm_ri - Heritage pork, sausage, beef, and more
π @kayscurries - Authentic Indian meals, ready in 15 minutes!
π₯ @blindsquirrelsauces - Blending Italian flavor with the spice of Mexico
From farm-fresh produce to bold sauces and globally inspired prepared foods, thereβs always more to discover from local producers across our region.
Shop local, support small businesses, and get the best of New England delivered directly to your business or home through Market Mobile.
Browse the latest offerings and place your order today at marketmobile.farmfreshri.org π
#MarketMobile #ShopLocalRI #SupportLocalFood #NewEnglandFood #FarmFreshRI
We`re gearing up for our outdoor market season at Dexter Park! βοΈ Join Farm Fresh RI and @wbnapvd for a special Caribbean Heritage Celebration on June 11th from 3pm to 7pm at our Armory Farmers Market.
This free community event will feature live music, storytelling, cooking demos, and more! Enjoy Caribbean food from @japattyri food truck and grab a beer from the @monikerbrewery beer garden onsite while you shop and celebrate.
Donβt miss this joyful celebration of culture, community, and Caribbean heritageβall happening at your neighborhood farmers market!
Stay tuned for more farmers market fun this summer! π»
#ArmoryFarmersMarket #ConcertsInThePark #FarmFreshRI #WBNA PVDFun #PVDFood #ShopLocalRI #EatLocalRI #CommunityVibes #CaribbeanHeritage
Grow your career with Farm Fresh RI! π±
We`re currently hiring a part-time Farmers Market Associate and part-time Events Associate to help support our behind-the-scenes work at outdoor farmers markets and at our 10 Sims Avenue food hub.
If you`re detail-oriented, people-focused, and passionate about local food, we want to hear from you!
π Learn more & apply at the link in our bio!
#FarmFreshRI #NowHiring #RhodeIslandJobs #FarmersMarket #LocalFood #RIJobs
Raise a glass to local food! π»
From May 14th - 28th, $2 from every pint of @guildri `s "Bumper Crop" brew will directly support Farm Fresh RI`s work to strengthen our local food system and connect communities with fresh, locally grown food.
Every sip helps support local farmers, so come drink for a cause and toast to Farm Fresh RI!
#PintsWithPurpose #FarmFreshRI #BuyFarmFreshADrink #DrinkForACause
We saved you a seat...
ποΈ Tickets are ON SALE now for Local Food Fest: our signature summer event bringing together the farms and food producers of New England with top chefs for a seaside celebration in Newport!
Join us for an evening of field-to-table tastings, live cooking demos, signature beverages, music, and more!
π Castle Hill Inn`s Chalet Patio & Lawn
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Tuesday, August 11 | 4β8 PM
π Set against the stunning Narragansett Bay
Enjoy local bites, freshly shucked oysters, regional wine & beer, and the peak summer harvestβall while supporting Farm Fresh RI`s mission to build a sustainable local food system.
Reserve your tickets now at farmfreshri.org/localfoodfest π
Thank you to @newportrestaurantgroup and @castlehillinn for generously hosting us each year!
#LocalFoodFest #FarmFreshRI #SupportLocalFarms #FarmToTable #EatLocalRI #RhodeIslandEvents #RIeats #LocalChefs #NarragansettBay #EatLocal #BuyLocalRI #DrinkLocal #SustainableFood #NewEnglandSummer #RISummer
It`s finally here! Shop the first and freshest asparagus harvests of the season from @fourtownfarm and @wardsberryfarm on Market Mobile π±
Did you know? Asparagus crowns take three years to reach maturity, but once they do, spears can grow up to 7 inches a day. It`s a sweet and tender sign that warmer weather is just around the corner!
Order now through 6am tomorrow, May 8th at marketmobile.farmfreshri.org π
#eatlocal #supportlocal #farmtofork #farmtotable #localfood #pvdeats #farmfresh #spring #asparagus
