Fresh. Affordble. Local.
Food connects Nebraska’s farms, families, and communities—and that connection is at the heart of our work. The Nebraska Regional Food Systems Initiative helps producers, educators, and community leaders strengthen local food system with hands-on programs and partnerships. From growing markets to connecting farmers with consumers, NERFSI gives you tools to expand access to fresh, affordable food while building long-lasting food systems that support local economies and healthier communities across Nebraska.
Cottage Food Law
BY LOCALS, FOR LOCALS
Safely and legally sell homemade foods directly to your customers from your home, fairs, festivals, or online.
Double Up Food Bucks
TWO FOR ONE
Match fruit and vegetable purchases dollar for dollar, up to $20 a day, so you and your family get twice as much healthy food.
Farm to School
FEEDING OUR MOST PRECIOUS RESOURCE
Embraces the three-part system—classroom, cafeteria, and community—to help children learn well and eat well.
Growing Together Nebraska
STRENGTH IN NUMBERS
A SNAP-Ed funded, donation garden project that increases food security and promotes healthy food access for you and your families.
Healthy Food Access
PROMOTING LOCAL BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY HEALTH
Consistently find, choose, use, and afford nutritious and safe food for increased nutrition security.
MarketMaker
FIND, CONNECT, BUILD
A platform connecting agriculture producers with potential customers and markets.
Master Gardener Volunteer Program
KNOW HOW. KNOW NOW.
Nebraska Extension educators share their knowledge of science-based horticulture practices and education.
Native American Coalition
HONORING THE PAST. CREATING THE FUTURE.
Build bridges between tribal and non-tribal communities by bringing Native American worldviews and cultures to greater Nebraska.
Urban Agriculture
GREEN AMONG THE GRAY
Assisting urban farmers and home growers alike, while engaging communities to build local food systems.
Contact
BEN JEWELL
RPN Extension Educator
402-269-2301
bmcshane-jewell2@unl.edu