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Farmers and YOU Program

Empower Farmers with Sustainable Agriculture

We are dedicated to training farmers in the latest Controlled Environment Agriculture and sustainable agriculture practices. Your donation can make a real difference in advancing sustainable farming techniques and supporting farmers' transition to more efficient and environmentally friendly practices.

Why Donate?

Donations help us provide essential training, resources, and support to farmers. This enables them to adopt next-generation farming techniques that are not only more productive but also more sustainable and environmentally friendly.

How to Donate

To make a donation, click the button above. Any amount you can contribute makes a significant impact on our mission to promote sustainable agriculture.

Brief Origin Story

During the pandemic, we saw a need and leapt into action. Through the Farmer and YOU Program, we have produced and distributed 2M pounds of locally grown, high-quality, fresh food to communities in Northeast Florida. Our program is a win-win-win as it provides fair wages to local farmers, extends the nonprofit ability to serve their clients through deeply discounted produce, and clients are receiving these services at little ($7) to no cost. 

The Need

The number of families in Northeast Florida that are food insecure has increased dramatically over the past three years. This requires solutions big and small, local and national, and collaboration across partners in every community. 

Our Difference

First, our produce is locally grown by small and landless farmers and this program ensures they can continue to practice farming despite competition from larger producers. Our farmers are diverse (62% women, 38% minority) and committed to sustainably managing their land. 

Second, our produce is locally grown, freshly picked, minimally handled by our volunteer packers, and delivered directly to clients through our nonprofit distribution partners. 

Lastly, our partners are able to secure our produce at a bargain rate compared to other sources and reach clients that are underserved by other partners. 

Our Impact

  • On average, 6-12  farmers participate. 

  • 35 acres sustainably managed to produce fresh/organic produce 

  • 1B gallons of water saved annually.

  • 2M pounds of fresh produce distributed

Our Distribution Partners 

We partner with local organizations that would not otherwise qualify for support from the local food bank.

  • UF/IFAS Extension Duval County

  • Yellow House Community Food Kiosk

  • WeCare Jacksonville

  • Edward Waters University

  • Bread of Life

  • South Putnam Christian Services

  • Hastings Community

Annual Budget

This program’s annual budget is $120,000, providing 17,000 families with high-quality, locally sourced produce.

To donate, please visit www.csaec.org/donate.

For more information, please contact Angela TenBroeck, Executive Director, CSAEC (Center for Sustainable Agricultural Excellence and Conservation) at centersaec@gmail.com.