About The CCLFC
The Clark County Local Foods Council (CCLFC) is a 501c3 non-profit organization.
The Council consists of a group of key stakeholders and community leaders who have come together to address local food education, access, availability, consumption and production in Clark County, Ohio.
Local foods are an asset to our community, and it is our hope to elevate local producers, growers, entrepreneurs, as well as educational opportunities, to learn more about food as an integral piece of our community quilt.
We know that food has an impact on our community in a number of ways and has an important role in health, family, relationships, social fabric, and economics.
In 2022, the Clark County Local Foods Council became a non-profit 501(c)3 organization.
Our MISSION
To bring together local food producers and consumers and promote local foods as a catalyst for health, social and economic transformation in our community
Our VALUES
Transparency
Methodology used in growing and/or preparing the food by the seller should be transparent to the extent that the buyer can comprehend and gain a level of assurance that fits the buyers' criteria.
Trace back
The consumer should be able to trace back the origin of local food so that they have confidence in its identity whether food was raised in a traditional, organic or other certified manner.
Geography
Production and consumption ideally should occur within the same geographical area, close to home, and we recognize this is a personal definition for many people for a variety of factors.
Compliance
Local food should comply with all federal, state, and local food safety laws.
Availability and Access
Local food should be available to all regardless of socio-economic status
Wholesomeness
Local food should be fresh, wholesome and nutritious according to the standards of the consumer.
Choice
Consumers should have many choices when it comes to their food.