2026 Food Systems Roundtable

Hosted by Harvest Against Hunger, PCC Commnity Markets and Seattle Neighborhood Farmers Markets, this free, in-person event brings together regional farmers and hunger relief organizations involved in King County Farmers Share and Growing For Good.

During the event, attendees will learn more about the King County Local Food Initiative, hear from model farm and hunger relief partners in a panel discussion, and have an opportunity to strategize in small groups around farm to community work in our region.

Come prepared to share your insights, experiences, and questions!

Lunch is provided. $120 stipends are available for all farmers in attendance.

If you are a farmer who'd like to receive a stipend please contact Harvest Against Hunger.

Ella Crowder, Farm to Community Program Specialist: [email protected]

Info: Vegan, Vegetarian and gluten-free options will be provided. Please email [email protected] if you need additional dietary accomodations.

Info: Mike Lufkin (King County DNRP) and Mary Embleton (King Conservation District) will provide a deep dive into the priorities of the King County Local Food Initiative specifically related to farm to community work

Info: Learn more about the flood-impacted indicators on Eat Local First and flood relief grant opportunities

Info: Hear from a panel of partnered hunger relief organizations and farms about their journey to establish relationships that are far more than transactional. Panelist are being finalized.

Info: Attendees will break into small groups to discuss strategies to fortify farm to community efforts locally and how to strengthen their own partnerships.

Info: Continue the conversation and make new connections! Snacks and refreshments provided.

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Host or Publisher Olivia Jackiewicz