Description of Cause
NOFA-NY is an organization of
consumers,
gardeners, and
farmers creating a sustainable regional food system which is
ecologically sound and economically viable. Through
demonstration and education, NOFA-NY promotes land stewardship,
organic food production, and local marketing. NOFA-NY brings
consumers and farmers closer together to make high quality
food available to all people.
NOFA-NY welcomes organic gardeners and farmers, farmers
interested in converting from conventional to sustainable
methods, and consumers interested in supporting the
development of organic farming in the Northeast.
NOFA-NY advocates ecological farming practices to eliminate the
risks associated with the use of agricultural chemicals.
NOFA-NY is governed by a volunteer Council of farmers,
consumers, and gardeners elected by the membership.
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