Southcoast Food Policy Council News
SFPC: Aquaculture Luncheon at the New Bedford Ocean Economy Conference Series
February 27, 2026
Join the Aquaculture Policy Coalition at the New Bedford Ocean Economy Conference on April 14. Attend the complimentary luncheon or register for the full Aquaculture track and help shape sustainable aquaculture policy in Southeastern MA.
Virtual Legislative Issue Briefing – Equity in Agriculture Registration – Thurs, March 12, 2026
January 15, 2026
Shape the Future of Food in Massachusetts: Join Our Legislative Briefing Series
In times of uncertainty, one thing remains constant—your voice matters. As constituents in a democratic society, we each hold the power to influence policy and promote the well-being of our communities. Now more than ever, civic engagement is not only a right but a responsibility.
Virtual Legislative Issue Briefing – Food Literacy and Farm-to-School Bills Registration – Tues, March 3, 2026
January 15, 2026
Shape the Future of Food in Massachusetts: Join Our Legislative Briefing Series. In times of uncertainty, one thing remains constant—your voice matters. As constituents in a democratic society, we each hold the power to influence policy and promote the well-being of our communities. Now more than ever, civic engagement is not only a right but a responsibility.
Virtual Legislative Issue Briefing – HIP and State Funded SNAP – Thurs, February 26, 2026
January 15, 2026
Shape the Future of Food in Massachusetts: Join Our Legislative Briefing Series. In times of uncertainty, one thing remains constant—your voice matters. As constituents in a democratic society, we each hold the power to influence policy and promote the well-being of our communities. Now more than ever, civic engagement is not only a right but a responsibility.
Virtual Legislative Issue Briefing – Food System Budget Registration – Thurs, February 19, 2026
January 15, 2026
Shape the Future of Food in Massachusetts: Join Our Legislative Briefing Series. In times of uncertainty, one thing remains constant—your voice matters. As constituents in a democratic society, we each hold the power to influence policy and promote the well-being of our communities. Now more than ever, civic engagement is not only a right but a responsibility.
December 2025 MI Newsletter
December 14, 2025
November's Marion Institute update celebrates community impact — from harvesting fresh produce and funding our new Harvest Hopper van, to mobilizing partners through emergency food meetings and engaging students in school gardens — all working to strengthen food equity across Southeastern Massachusetts.
November 2025 MI Newsletter
December 8, 2025
November's Marion Institute update celebrates community impact — from harvesting fresh produce and funding our new Harvest Hopper van, to mobilizing partners through emergency food meetings and engaging students in school gardens — all working to strengthen food equity across Southeastern Massachusetts.
Emergency Food Resource Gaps in Southeastern MA: Where We Stand with SNAP as of November 5, 2025
November 6, 2025
Pat Baker breaks down what’s happening with SNAP benefits in Massachusetts following the federal shutdown, how it’s impacting food access across Southeastern MA, and what local organizations and advocates are doing to respond and close emergency food resource gaps.












