May is Mental Health Awareness Month and we're taking a moment to acknowledge the mental toll that farming can cause, along with approaches to managing chronic stress.

Farmers markets are back, lambs are being born, tomatoes are in the high-tunnel-warmed ground, and forest floors are dotted with ephemeral beauties, all of which can only mean one thing — it's Springtime!

PIFF’s Executive Director, Porchea McGuire offers a vision for PIFF- one rooted in equity, connection, and support for farmers of all types across Indiana.

We’ll be honest—this month’s newsletter is longer than usual, but for good reason. There’s a lot happening in the food and farming world, and we’re committed to keeping you informed and engaged.

We're excited to welcome Porchea McGuire as our new Executive Director! Her diverse background and passionate commitment to community empowerment align with our mission at Partners IN Food and Farming.

We’re excited to share an emerging opportunity for farmers within our community: the formation of Farmer Affinity Groups! Help us create this new program!

March is here, and with it comes Women’s History Month—a time for us to honor the incredible contributions of women in agriculture throughout history.

What is the USDA Funding Freeze, how are Indiana Farmers Impacted, and how can you join the conversation?

Southeast Regional Cooperative partners are excited to share that SERP is ready to kick off the Local Food Purchasing Assistance Program in the Southern Region! Thank you all for your patience and continued commitment to this important work.

The Mentorship Program connects mentors with mentees over the course of 10 visits, to share knowledge and experience, and to create connections within the Indiana farming community. Funding from the Indiana State Department of Agriculture’s Specialty Crop Block Grant has made the 2023-2024 program pilot phase possible.

We are beyond thrilled to share with you all that we've done over the last twelve months!

The Mentorship Program connects mentors with mentees over the course of 10 visits, to share knowledge and experience, and to create connections within the Indiana farming community. Funding from the Indiana State Department of Agriculture’s Specialty Crop Block Grant has made the 2023-2024 program pilot phase possible.