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Since 1978, thousands of farmers, local food advocates and individuals just like you have grown this organization from the grassroots up, trailblazing a movement to support more resilient family farms, communities and ecosystems across California.
We believe that true power lies in numbers. By joining, you magnify the voice of our alliance when we negotiate policy, broaden our collective wisdom when we share best practices and ensure we remain genuinely connected to those on the ground, in the field and throughout our local communities, all working to build a better food system. |
IS MEMBERSHIP JUST FOR FARMERS?
NO!
"Eating is an agricultural act," as Wendel Berry once said.
That's why teachers join our organization. And chefs. Students too. And grocery stores, farmers market regulars, soil scientists, ecologists and lawyers. If you eat, join today!
WHY DID YOU BECOME A MEMBER?
Become a first-time member or renew!
If you’d like to print and mail in your form/payment instead, more information is available here.
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
Farmer Membership• Initial organic certification application fee waiver at CCOF for new farmers
• 5% off orders from Johnny's Seeds • Special discounts at Harmony Farm Supply • Opportunity to receive sales, marketing and food safety technical assistance • Priority participation in programs and events • Enrollment in the Buy Fresh Buy Local campaign and access to the toolkit and other resources (download, sign, and mail in the BFBL Guidelines) • Listing in the Local Harvest online directory. • Regional networking opportunities including mixers, workshops, and special events • Subscription to CAFF’s e-news and policy alerts • Event promotion (where applicable) via our website, calendar, and/or social media network of over 23,000 followers/Likes |
Individual MembershipYour membership supports CAFF’s work to build a sustainable food system in California through on-farm programming, market creation and policy advocacy in Sacramento. Your contribution allows CAFF to educate hundreds of farmers each year at training, field days, and workshops (on topics including, irrigation efficiency, dry farming, and food safety); pass legislation that affects family farmers (e.g. changing the fees and operations of certified farmers markets); reach over 36,000 students annually with our Harvest of the Month program.
• Subscription to CAFF’s e-news and policy alerts • Invitations to regional events • Supporting the projects and efforts of CAFF |
Business Membership• Priority participation in events and programs
• Enrollment in the Buy Fresh Buy Local campaign and access to the toolkit and other resources (download, sign, and mail in the BFBL Guidelines) • Listing in the Local Harvest online directory. • Regional networking opportunities including mixers, workshops, and special events • Subscription to e-newsletter and policy alerts • Event promotion (where applicable) via our website, calendar, and/or social media network of over 23,000 followers/Likes |
