Good Food Hub
From using local labels that promote your locally grown and made products to uncovering all the steps you need to get your business on its feet—such as finding funding and building your distribution channels, food safety resources, accepting SNAP and food assistance benefits— The Good Food Hub is your one-stop-shop for information and resources you may need in getting your farm or food business started, or taking it to the next level.
Get Listed
Attract new customers by keeping your Good Food Finder Directory listing up to date on the most comprehensive directory of local farms and food producers in Arizona.
Promote Local
Let your customers know that you’re a homegrown food producer & committed to our community. Download labels you can use to leverage your localness.
Food Certification
Food safety on the farm can be frustrating to navigate, but we have a shared responsibility to ensure the food we eat is traceable and safe. Check out this resource!
Accept SNAP
For direct market sales, the best way to expand your customer base is for you (or your market) to accept SNAP benefits and other forms of financial assistance.
ARIZONA FOOD SYSTEM RESOURCES
Access Capital
Discover what kind of funding and financial support is available to help get your farm and food business off the ground or to the next level.
Revenue Streams
Explore what distribution channels work best in helping you sustain your farm operation or food business and reach new customers.
Agritourism
Transform your farm or community into an agritourist hot spot.
Business Support
SW Regional Food Business Center
Local First Arizona elevates the voices of locally-owned businesses and provides one-of-a-kind resources, expert-led education, and events that connect people and communities together. Learn more and join our movement of thousands of businesses across Arizona.
Explore resources and programs that are dedicated to bolstering farmers and food businesses across the region!