As we struggle under the weight of current events: Covid-19, an unsteady economy, dramatic weather events and the reignited fight for racial equality, we think it vitally important to continue to draw attention to the overarching threats of climate change and environmental degradation which are clearly woven through all these issues.
In this time of Covid-19, we are lucky to have small farmers and businesses willing to adapt and get their food to the community through farm stores, delivery, and pick-ups. Here is a compilation of local resources that we will continue to update. Use our Food Guide to contact local …
Do you own a food business in Floyd County? Would you be interested in being included in our Food Guide for 2020? If so, please fill out the Food Guide application and email, mail, or drop it off at our office. Send Application To info@sustainfloyd.org203 South Locust Street, Suite H, …
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Farmer, activist, and educator Charles D. Thompson, Jr. will discuss growing up in Southwest Virginia amid a disappearing landscape of small farms. As he came of age, he witnessed the demise of every farm in his family. Over the course of his life the stories of his home place have …
Dine for a Cause 2019: An Evening with Charlie Thompson Read More »
Building on the success of the printed “Guide to Floyd Food,” SustainFloyd is launching a partner online guide to coincide with the first day of spring on Wednesday, March 20th! Both online and printed versions will celebrate the strength and vibrancy of Floyd County’s local food system and help connect …
We’re sorry we’ll miss seeing everyone for this year’s Breakfast at the Market, but unfortunately, we’ve had to cancel the day and event. Thank you for your enthusiasm for this event. We will be back next year!
Thank you to everyone who donated to us for this year’s GiveBigNRV day. We are floored! Because of you, we will be able to build and supply a recycling center in the Pavillion this year for the Floyd Farmers Market. We will also be able to provide shade tents for the …
Join us on July 14th from 10AM to 5PM for our 2nd Annual Floyd Energy Fest! We had such a great time last year that we’ve decided to do it again! On July 14th, SustainFloyd is hosting its second annual Floyd Energy Fest at Chantilly Farm and Campgrounds. Join us …
On February 13th, Annie Andersen of WSET – Lynchburg came to Floyd to talk with Vice President Fred First and board member Woody Crenshaw about our Personal Climate Pledge. To read the full article, click here. To watch the interview, click here.
SustainFloyd had a chance to talk to Robbie Harris with WTVF Radio about our newest project, The Personal Climate Pledge. To listen or read the interview, follow this link.
SustainFloyd FoundationJob Description: Farmers Market ManagerFebruary 2018 Overview Application deadline: February 15, 2018 SustainFloyd Foundation seeks to enter into a contract for services with a new Manager for its Farmers Market. The services include managing all aspects of the Floyd Farmers Market; being an advocate for the market and for …
Last week, SustainFloyd was visited by Steve Burgess, a Landcare Australia member as well as a Queensland conservationist and farmer. Escorted by our good friend and founding member Jerry Moles, Steve had a lot of interest in SustainFloyd and we have accomplished. Having recently won the Bob Hawke Landcare Award, …
Landcare Australia Member Steve Burgess visits with SustainFloyd Read More »