CFSA is a membership-based organization of more than 900 farmers, processors, gardeners, businesses and individuals in North and South Carolina who are committed to sustainable agriculture and the development of locally-based, organic food systems.

CFSA is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization governed by a diverse 15-member Board of Directors. With an increase in members, CFSA is becoming more regionalized with six local chapters across the Carolinas. These chapters develop educational programs, work on local solutions to pressing environmental and social problems, and provide a direct and lively way for members to interact throughout the year with others committed to healthy food and farms in their region.

CFSA's Mission is:

to support and expand local and organic agriculture in the Carolinas by inspiring, educating, and organizing farmers and consumers.

The key to success in this mission is to build a network of farmers, consumers, and businesses through:

Annual Sustainable Agriculture Conference

Regional Farm Tours

Consumer Guide to local and organic food

Regional workshops for Growers

Active Regional Chapters

Bi-monthly Stewardship News newsletter

Annual Membership Directory, Online and in Print

Intern Referral Service

Elementary School Sustainable Gardening Curriculum

Organic Certification Education

Policy advocacy at the local and national level

Research on marketing and production of organic crops

Public and media outreach