by CFSA | Last Update: Wednesday, Mar. 18, 2020, 8 a.m. —

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by CFSA | Wednesday, Mar. 18, 2020 (Last updated Thursday, Mar. 19 at 11:45 a.m.) —

Coronavirus Updates for farmers, consumers, and farmers market managers

As we all grapple with how best to do our part to reduce the threat of COVID-19, while continuing to support the critical work of local farmers and food systems, we wanted to share the steps CFSA has taken to-date:

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by Nick Wood, CFSA Policy Director | Tuesday, Mar. 24, 2020 —

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As the response to the Coronavirus quickens and millions of Americans take shelter, basic needs like food and healthcare are more important than ever. Last week, CFSA members and allies reached out to state and local governments in North and South Carolina to make sure that farmers markets can stay open to distribute food, just like grocery stores. According to Homeland Security, those who work in grocery stores and other establishments that provide food to the public are essential workers.

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