CISA's Executive Director, Philip Korman, shares some thoughts, updates, and well wishes as we all navigate this new reality together. Please watch!

Local farms, restaurants, and other local businesses have adapted quickly and thoughtfully in response to the COVID-19 crisis so they can keep feeding and serving our communities. This has truly been inspiring to see -- and they need your support more than ever to keep it going!

We are keeping track of new purchasing options that local businesses have set up to keep you safe. This list is updated daily. Please share it!

HIP (Healthy Incentives Program) is up and running again, providing an instant rebate when you use SNAP to buy produce from participating farms. The HIP - Pioneer Valley Facebook page is up to date with participating locations. (And advocacy for the program is ongoing -- read CISA's March column in the Daily Hampshire Gazette here.)

Signing up for a summer farm share now is an excellent way to support a local farm and to ensure a steady flow of local veggies, meat, herbs, etc. this summer. CSA farms are making plans to adapt to whatever circumstances the summer brings, and they need your support to do it.

Many farmers' markets open in April and May, and farmers' market managers and vendors are working closely with local Boards of Health and other town agencies to figure out plans for this spring. Opening dates are still being figured out as they work to prioritize your health and the safety of their vendors. Stay tuned!