It’s not just fruits and vegetables around here. We’ve been known to supply all sorts of farm goods, and we are proud to source rice from Tidewater Grain Co., locally grown in Pamlico County, NC. These grains aren’t just special because they’re all-natural, non-GMO, and gluten-free. Tidewater’s core grains — Carolina Gold and Santee Long Grain...
Bok choy’s abundant nutrient supply supports heart and bone health, as well as immunity, and its tender leaves and crunchy stems make it a tasty ingredient. Fried rice is a flavorful and filling meal, with lots of opportunity to incorporate a wide variety of veggies. INGREDIENTS 4 C. Jasmine rice, cooked, day-old (1 C. Uncooked rice) ...
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With more than 200 commercial apple operations and 9,000 acres of apple orchards alone, North Carolina ranks 7th in the nation for apple production. Farmer Foodshare is proud to source more than 20 GAP and EcoCertified apple varieties and products from 4 NC orchards. This summer, we made a visit to Perry Lowe Orchards, a 6th generation...
About 174,505 people in Durham, Orange, and Wake counties (nearly 10%) live with food insecurity. In the wake of federal funding cuts earlier this year, doubled down by a massive halt to SNAP benefits effective just a few weeks ago, that number only grows. But if hunger doesn’t stop, neither do the food banks, food pantries,...
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[vc_row][vc_column][edgtf_elements_holder][edgtf_elements_holder_item target="_self"][vc_column_text]We love finding ways to incorporate locally grown veggies into favorite recipes. Enjoy this classic hearty dish with a twist of fall flavor! The mildly sweet and nutty flavor of butternut squash pairs deliciously with the salty cheeses, making an extra creamy and super savory meal perfect for fall and winter cooking. INGREDIENTS 1...
Food assistance programs make up the bulk of the USDA’s budget, and earlier this year, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) received its largest financial reduction ever. Along with changes to eligibility, 2.7 million Americans are expected to be disqualified from benefits (Source: Civil Eats). But amidst shifting conditions for federal food assistance, local food networks...
Lion's Mane is a nutritious mushroom often used as a seafood substitute because of its slight sweetness and delicate, stringy texture. It's a fairly mild ingredient, less earthy than most other mushrooms, with a subtle fishy flavor - suitable for favorite seafood dishes and classic seasonings. We got this recipe from one of our producers, Gill...
While Farmer Foodshare by and large operates within North Carolina, our work occasionally takes us beyond state lines. We’ve been making deliveries to Dreaming Out Loud, a food hub dedicated to building a healthier food system for marginalized communities in the DC area and neighboring states. Left: The food hub team readies the truck for...