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WHAT ARE FOOD POLICY COUNCILS? (FPCs)
Food Policy Councils (FPCs) are groups that bring diverse stakeholders together to address a community's food system issues at the local, state, or regional level. They work to create, coordinate, and implement policies that improve access to healthy and affordable food, support local agriculture, and build a more equitable and resilient food system. These councils often have a cross-section of members, including government, non-profits, farmers, public health professionals, and community representatives, and can be structured in various ways, such as being housed within a government department or a non-profit organization.
Key functions of Food Policy Councils
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Who is involved?
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Phone number |
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Florida Food Policy Council |
Active |
Erica Hall |
202-538-2010 |
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Good Food Central Florida |
Inactive |
Mary-Stewart Droege |
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Healthier Jupiter |
Unknown |
Joanna Peluso |
561-263-7579 |
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Pasco County Food Policy |
Active |
Kristen King |
727-534-7481 |
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Southwest Florida Food Policy |
Active |
Asmaa Odeh |
239-205-0303 |
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St. Lucie County |
In |
Tricia Goulet |
772-873-4920 |
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St. Petersburg |
In |
Erica Hardison |
erica@encoreboutiqueservices.com |
727-385-1525 727-308-1939 |
Sarasota Food Policy Council (SFPC):
Polk County's Food Security Council
Amy Nickerson | Education Coordinator | LCAN Leader
999 Avenue H NE, #79 | Winter Haven FL | 33881
3425 Winter Lake Road LMC 8030 | Lakeland FL | 33803
Cell 813-523-5000
amy@polkvision.com | polkvision.com | bethefuturebeu.com
Marlo Zarka, Public Policy Lead
BLUE ZONES PROJECT - JACKSONVILLE
Duval Food Policy Council - The Duval Food Policy Council (FPC) is a community group whose primary aim is to promote healthy and wholesome food while also working to strengthen and expand the regional farm and food economy. Formed in 2011, the FPC experienced a slowdown in 2016 but is now reinvigorating with both new and existing members. The group is focused on developing policies and initiatives to foster a more equitable, sustainable, and resilient local and regional food system. To learn more and get involved, contact Laureen Husband at LHusband@feedningnefl.org.
AgJax
AgJax is a dynamic grassroots initiative dedicated to fostering collaboration and resource-sharing among local growers. Our mission is to strengthen the local agricultural community by creating a supportive network where farmers, gardeners, and food producers can connect, exchange ideas, and share resources. We believe in the power of collective action to address challenges like limited access to equipment, seeds, or knowledge. Through workshops, community work days, seed swaps, shared equipment programs, and online forums, we aim to empower local growers, promote sustainable practices, and contribute to a resilient local food system. By uniting the diverse talents and experiences of our community’s growers, “Rooted in Community” envisions a flourishing, interconnected agricultural network that supports both the land and those who cultivate it. To learn more, contact Clark Davis, the coordinator at
AgJax@justfood.network
Joanna Peluso
Robert Kluson: rkluson@scgov.net
UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County translates research into community initiatives, classes, and volunteer opportunities related to five core areas: agriculture; lawn and garden; natural resources; nutrition and healthy living; and youth development. We provide practical education to build a better future. This council brings together various community stakeholders, including farmers, ranchers, consumers, and community groups, to develop policy recommendations for the local food system. It has collaborated on food policy recommendations for the Sarasota County Comprehensive Plan. sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu Food Policy - Sarasota County - University of Florida, Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences - UF/IFAS UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County translates research into community initiatives, classes, and volunteer opportunities related to five core areas: agriculture; lawn and garden; natural resources; nutrition and healthy living; and youth development. We provide practical education to build a better future
My Site
Florida Regional Councils Association | FRCA Florida Regional Councils Association is an alliance of Florida’s Regional Planning Councils and serves to enhance regional prosperity throughout the state.
floridafpc.org
Website for Florida Food Policy Council (2 MB)
https://www.floridafpc.org/Food-Councils--Conferences
sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu
UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County translates research into community initiatives, classes, and volunteer opportunities related to five core areas: agriculture; lawn and garden; natural resources; nutrition and healthy living; and youth development. We provide practical education to build a better future.
My Site
Florida Regional Councils Association | FRCA
Florida Regional Councils Association is an alliance of Florida’s Regional Planning Councils and serves to enhance regional prosperity throughout the state.
Cell: (561) 234-0182
sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu
UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County translates research into community initiatives, classes, and volunteer opportunities related to five core areas: agriculture; lawn and garden; natural resources; nutrition and healthy living; and youth development. We provide practical education to build a better future.
My Site
Florida Regional Councils Association | FRCA
Florida Regional Councils Association is an alliance of Florida’s Regional Planning Councils and serves to enhance regional prosperity throughout the state.
