Food Councils

Food Councils are vehicles for transforming the food system at the community level. Food, farm, and policy councils are groups formed in many communities for the purpose of bringing people together to discuss and take action on challenges related to the food system. Many food councils begin by doing a food system assessment or creating a food system plan to help better understand the needs and challenges of the community.

Some food policy groups are embedded in local government while others are independent grassroots/community coalitions or initiatives that are housed in nonprofit organizations or operate independently with support and participation from both local government and community organizations. The Kansas Food Action Network supports and connects local councils with monthly calls and technical support. Information about existing councils around the state is available on their website.