A Sustainable Food Future
By 2050, the Midwest will nourish its communities with at least half of its food grown, raised, or processed regionally.
Food Vision 2050 is a pioneering initiative focused on establishing comprehensive food security plans by 2050 across 20 cities.
We aim to enhance agricultural practices and promote local sourcing, fostering a culture of health and sustainability with four primary goals:
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Triple the land used for local production and specialty crops
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Support sustainable farming, small acreage agriculture, and artisanal food processing
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Increase food access and vibrant food economies
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Promote innovations that inspire sector growth
Key Initiatives
Land
Agricultural Expansion
Advancing food security and access, bringing fresh, locally-produced food to every neighborhood. By addressing affordability, nutrition, and community partnerships, FoodVision2050 helps ensure everyone share's in the nation's bounty.
Network
Local Sourcing
Connecting producers, processors, and buyers across new markets designed for regional foods and small-batch specialties. By streamlining access to local grains, produce, and artisanal goods, FoodVision2050 links farms and businesses to new opportunity and communities.
Dialogue
Public Scholarship
Exploring cutting-edge education and insights in food systems, sustainability, and community health through academy-style activities. FoodVision2050 offers access to resources, interactive workshops, and expert-led forums designed to empower learners, practitioners, and the public to drive change across the food landscape.
Innovation
Growth Infrastructure
Empowering small-acreage farms and value-added producers, FoodVision2050 supports business incubation, co-packing, and shared processing facilities. By cultivating innovation, the initiative accelerates growth with practical resources, expert mentorship, and connections to funding and markets.
Local Roots.
Global Plates.
Dive into inspiring success stories from every step of the food value chain—from innovative growers and passionate producers, to thriving markets, co-packers, and dynamic distributors. See firsthand how collaboration, creativity, and commitment are transforming our regional food landscape.
Explore these stories to celebrate achievements, learn from real-world experiences, and discover new opportunities to connect and grow.
Anna's fresh food business has flourished thanks to local support and new networks.
Anna's Journey
Join the Food Directory
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Are you a farm, market, kitchen, co-packer, or local food distributor?
Join our growing network of food system leaders helping reshape our regional food future—at no cost to you!
By signing up, you can:
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Be Discovered: Get listed (free!) in our new online directory, making it easy for buyers, partners, and your community to find and connect with your business.
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Access Opportunities: Receive early invitations to local food and agriculture events, workshops, and networking gatherings designed to boost your reach and skills.
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Shape the Future: Stay informed on programs, resources, and funding designed for local food businesses—be a part of conversations and economic initiatives that put your operation at the heart of a regional transformation.
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Control Your Listing: Choose your level of visibility and participation—go public, members-only, or just stay in the loop on updates and opportunities.
It’s quick and easy—simply fill out our online form to join.
Whether you’re a long-standing farmer, a new small-batch producer, a shared-use kitchen, a bustling co-packer, or a local food distributor, your presence matters.