If you live in New England you owe it to yourself to get to know the great people and places contributing to the abundance of
Fresh, Local, Seasonal
foods in the New England region.

RIPE New England provides all participants with an authentic, educational, and inspirational experience. RIPE staff have searched out local farmers, food producers and chefs who have a lot to say about what they do. They all invite you to share and learn from their personal histories and experiences.

My first RIPE New England Field Trip inspired me to learn more about local food sources, and encouraged me to make more of an effort to support local small farmers and food producers within the New England region.
Grace Colby

It's easy to contribute your support to the local small-farm economy and ensure food security for all of us in the New England region.

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Our Mission
To provide active learning opportunities for youth and adults in the context of sustainable, local, and healthy food systems

To enrich local neighborhoods and the New England regional community

To promote and support the ongoing work of local small farms, directly and through local farmers' markets

To support restaurants and other food vendors who buy, sell, and promote goods produced by New England small farms and other local food producers

RIPE New Enland, Inc. is a nonprofit organization with 501(c)3 status dedicated to facilitating educational activities in the areas of local agriculture, nutrition, and culinary education.

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Eating locally is healthy, good for the community, and best of all,
It Tastes Great!