Hello, neighbors! Spring is finally settling in, and it’s time to roll up our sleeves and get planting. This time of year is full of energy, anticipation, and just a little impatience—especially when it comes to summer favorites like tomatoes and peppers. But right now, we’re in the sweet spot for cool-weather crops, early flowers, […]
Spring Planting Guide for Newtown & Northern Fairfield County Read More »
Registration is OPEN for 2025! Our Little Sprouts summer program is back! This hands-on garden class is perfect for young children to learn about planting, harvesting, and the joy of growing food. Classes are fun, educational, and a great way to get kids outdoors and connected to nature. Spots are limited, so help us spread the word and
RFCT Little Sprouts is Back! Read More »
At RFCT, every seed we plant and every harvest we gather helps bring fresh, locally grown produce to those who need it most—and we couldn’t do it without volunteers like you! We’re excited to announce our spring volunteer hours as we begin planting key crops like carrots, potatoes, onions, and lettuces across our two Newtown farm sites: 🌾 Volunteer
Join Us in the Garden! 🌱 Volunteer with RFCT This Spring! Read More »
How the Loss of LFPA Funding Impacts Our Food System — And What We Can Do Next In early 2024, the USDA announced it would not be renewing funding for the Local Food Purchase Assistance (LFPA) program beyond its current cycle. For many farms, food hubs, and food access organizations across the country, this isn’t
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As Real Food CT works to connect fresh, locally grown produce with food-insecure communities across our state, we know we are only one part of a much larger—and growing—challenge. Recent reports confirm what we see on the ground every day: food insecurity is widespread, and rising costs continue to push more families into crisis. 🧾
📊 Part One: The State of Food Insecurity in Connecticut: What the Numbers Tell Us Read More »
Gleaning: A Time-Honored Tradition, A Modern Solution to Food Waste For centuries, gleaning has been a practice deeply rooted in agricultural communities. Traditionally, it involved gathering leftover crops from fields after the harvest, ensuring that nothing went to waste. This time-honored tradition continues to hold immense significance today, offering a powerful solution to food waste
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Tell me a bit about yourself!I am 20 years old and am a rising junior at the University of Vermont where I study Environmental science with a focus in sustainable agriculture. I live in Newtown, about 15 minutes from both garden locations, Sticks and Stones, and the Catherine Violet HubbardAnimal Sanctuary. How did you get
An interview with Real Food CT’s Intern/Garden Manager, Rebecca! Read More »
For over 50 years, New Morning Market, located right off of Main Street in Woodbury, CT, has been connecting community and health through the food, products, and services they provide. They care about local food producers, the environment, and sustainable food systems. If you’ve ever been there before, you know it as soon as you
New Morning Market “Round Up” Partnership Read More »
Help us Make the Jump! Our mission is one that everyone can behind. Programs that make healthy food accessible to everyone attract the highest quality people. As a non-profit entering its fourth season, Real Food Share has developed multiple successful programs that are driven by an inspired Board of Directors and a wonderful team of
Job Opening: Community Outreach Coordinator Read More »
