Links
The Ethicurean
a fantastic blog on food and food politics.  A Health
Shoppe favorite!

Food Declaration
We, the undersigned, believe that a healthy food
system is necessary to meet the urgent challenges of
our time...*sign the declaration...

American Farmland Trust
America is losing 1.2 million acres of farmland
annually, much of it the best and most productive
farmland near where most Americans live.  American
Farmland Trust is committed to protecting the nation's
best farm and ranch land and improving the economic
viability of agriculture.

Cornucopia Institute
Seeking economic justice for the family-scale farming
community. Through research, advocacy, and economic
development our goal is to empower farmers -
partnered with consumers - in support of ecologically
produced local, organic and authentic food.  


Organic Farmers Association
NOFA-NJ serves the NJ/PA region as a catalyst in the
development of a sustainable organic agricultural
system; educates diverse audiences about the
significance and meaning of organic practices for food
and the environment, and helps organic and
progressive conventional farmers build and maintain
sustainable operations.

Slow Food
Slow Food is an idea, a way of living and a way of
eating. It is a global, grassroots movement with
thousands of members around the world that links the
pleasure of food with a commitment to community and
the environment.

Slow Food Northern New Jersey

New Amsterdam Market
Designed to improve regional economies; pioneer
innovative distribution systems; make healthy, whole
ingredients accessible to all; and revive NYC’s rich and
storied public market legacy
http://thoughtsonthetable.wordpress.com/new-
amsterdam-market/

Local Harvest
Use this website to find farmers' markets, family farms,
and other sources of sustainably grown food in your
area, where you can buy produce, grass-fed meats, and
many other goodies.

Sustainable Table
Sustainable Table celebrates local sustainable food,
educates consumers on food-related issues and works
to build community through food.

Just Food
(Just Food is a non-profit organization that works to
develop a just and sustainable food system in the New
York City region.)


The American Cheese Society
(The Society’s membership includes farmstead,
artisanal and specialty cheesemakers; academicians
and enthusiasts; marketing and distribution
specialists; food writers and cookbook authors; and
specialty foods retailers from the United States,
Canada and Europe)

The Organic Nest
Debra Foster, owner and founder, launched Organic
Nest because of a desire to share her knowledge of
organic living with the world. This rebel with a cause
believes strongly in promoting only sweatshop-free,
earth-friendly products. Organic Nest is a local store
that stocks some of the most beautiful and irresistible
organic bedding, baby items, botanicals, and apparel
available in America.