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The Harvest Hopper Just Got a Solar Upgrade!

October 21, 2026
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Our Harvest Hopper just got a solar upgrade! Three new rooftop panels help power our refrigerated electric van, putting sunshine to work as Fields to Families and Frogfoot Farm brings fresh, local produce from farms to neighbors in need.

October 2026 MI Newsletter

October 20, 2026
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From a successful Boogie at the Bog to new teammates and regional food system conversations, there’s plenty to celebrate. Catch up on Marion Institute highlights, help shape our regional food system assessment, and see how Grow Education is connecting school communities with local food and farming.

Recipe: Easy Roasted Musquée de Provence Pumpkin Soup

October 16, 2026
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From the field to your soup bowl! Our Fields to Families team gleaned Musquée de Provence pumpkins from Freed Seed Federation to share with our community. It inspired us to share this easy roasted pumpkin soup recipe.

November 18: Regional Food System General Session

October 16, 2026
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Join us virtually on November 18 from 9–10 AM Eastern Time to discuss regional food system successes, challenges, and priorities. Your perspective will help inform our updated Southeastern Massachusetts food system assessment.

November 10: Regional Food System General Session

October 16, 2026
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Join us virtually on November 10 from 4–5 PM Eastern Time to discuss regional food system successes, challenges, and priorities. Your perspective will help inform our updated Southeastern Massachusetts food system assessment.

Help Shape Southeastern Massachusetts’ Food System: November Community Sessions

October 16, 2026
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Help shape the future of our regional food system! Join our November 4 Food Emergency Network focus group and a general session on November 10 or 18 to share your experiences and priorities. Can’t attend? Contribute through our short form.

From Soil to School Meals: Connecting Westport Food Service Staff with Local Food and Farming

October 14, 2026
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Westport school food service staff joined the Marion Institute at Frogfoot Farm for hands-on harvesting and a fermentation workshop, connecting local farming with the work of nourishing students.

September 2026 MI Newsletter

September 15, 2026
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We’re celebrating new funding to support the Southcoast Food Policy Council’s regional community health work, welcoming three Fall River schools to Grow Education, and looking ahead to the FarmCoast documentary. Catch up on the latest from the Marion Institute!

2026 Southcoast Food Policy Council Food Summit

August 31, 2026
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Join the Southcoast Food Policy Council for a virtual Food Summit on September 24 from 6:30–8:00 PM. Connect with community members, food system partners, and regional leaders for an important conversation about our local food system.

S.638/H.1000 Coastal Wastewater Infrastructure Financing Commission

August 28, 2026
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S.638/H.1000 would establish a Coastal Wastewater Infrastructure Financing Commission to identify sustainable funding for critical wastewater improvements. Learn how this legislation could protect Buzzards Bay, strengthen the Southcoast’s aquaculture industry, and safeguard our regional food system.