Appalachia Regional Food Business Center

About Us **18 key partners and collaborators are working towards a more just, equitable, and resilient food system.** We’re poised to make lasting change in Appalachia with our regional partners leading the charge; some of whom have been working in Appalachia for over three decades. With Rural Action at the helm, our 18 key partners and collaborators are working towards a more just, equitable, and resilient food system. By working together and sharing our knowledge and resources, we believe we can make a real difference in the lives of people in the region and create a stronger and more resilient food system for everyone throughout Appalachia. Learn more about our partners below. **Our Promise** The Appalachia Regional Food Business Center will support a more resilient, diverse, and competitive food system throughout all of Appalachia. Our Center will support producers by providing localized assistance to access local and regional supply chains, provide the technical assistance needed to access new markets, and assist small- and mid-sized producers in overcoming barriers to market access, with a focus on underserved farmers and food businesses. With a long-standing commitment to the farms and food businesses in the region, the Appalachia Regional Food Business Center will work to foster a more robust, equitable, and sustainable food economy that benefits business owners, stakeholders, and consumers throughout the entire region.