DELAWARE COUNCIL ON FARM & FOOD POLICY: A model for collaboration within the food system.

Lead Authors: Nikko Brady (Council Liaison), Allison Karpyn, Gina Crist, Aimee Beam, Nancy Staisey, John Clendaniel, David Edgell (Council Chair)
February 2, 2024

A FIVE-YEAR IMPACT REPORT

DE Council on Farm and Food Policy 5-Year Report_Jan 2024

This group is important to help facilitate coordination within our food system. Our top priority is to connect family farms with local community members that need wholesome, safe, and affordable food products that they can easily access in their neighborhoods.” – Michael T. Scuse, Delaware Secretary of Agriculture. 

Results

This report summarizes the Council’s role and impact during its first five years and outlines priorities for the next five. The Council will continue its focus on food supply chain initiatives, prioritizing local & state infrastructure, resource integration & partnerships, and coordinating data to inform decisions.