Other entities playing supportive roles in Eco
Farms CSA include a local faith-based orga
nization which sponsored the initial pickup
site, statewide non-profi t producer and
consumer-driven organizations which provided
farm networking opportunities and inspiration,
and interns from a special program at the
College. In addition, the CSA has been able to
join with others to promote and expand local
food system development. Local partners include
a non-profi t quality of life foundation, community meals program, social service agencies,
County Extension Service, new partners at the
College and farmers’ markets. Ties with statewide organizations include the Leopold Center
for Sustainable Agriculture, Iowa Network for
Community Agriculture and Practical Farmers
of Iowa. Local partners with national connections include the Natural Resource Conservation
Service, and the Resource Conservation and
Development Program